At least three deaths linked to massive Spain power cut
Summary
At least three people have died in Spain as a result of a large-scale power outage that took place on Monday, as stated by the Civil Guard. The cause of the power cut, which created chaos across Spain and Portugal, is still being determined.Key Facts
- At least three people from the same family died in the municipality of Taboadela, Spain, due to a power cut.
- The power cut caused major disruption throughout Spain and Portugal on Monday, affecting traffic lights, metro systems, businesses, and mobile phone networks.
- Investigation is underway to determine whether carbon monoxide from a faulty electricity generator contributed to the three deaths.
- Additionally, a woman in Madrid died in a fire that might have been triggered by a candle used during the blackout.
- There is an unconfirmed report of another death in Valencia, possibly due to a ventilator losing power during the outage.
- Beside Spain and Portugal, the blackout also affected Andorra and parts of France.
- Many Spanish and Portuguese residents had to wait in long lines at cash machines, as the ability to make card payments was disrupted by the power cut.
- Mobile phone networks were initially disabled as well, which made it hard for people to access updates or information.
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