Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:22pm on 28 Apr 2025,Monday International
A rare atmospheric phenomenon has caused widespread power outages and disruptions in Portugal, according to REN, the country’s grid operator. The fault originated in Spain’s electricity network, where extreme temperature swings triggered "anomalous oscillations" in high-voltage lines. REN explains that the phenomenon, known as "induced atmospheric variation," led to system synchronisation failures, triggering successive disturbances across Europe’s interconnected grid. The operator warns that, due to the complexity of the situation, it may take up to a week for the network to fully stabilise. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as efforts continue to restore full service. (PC: Sky News)
