Transport systems are unravelling in Spain and Portugal following massive power cuts across the Iberian peninsula. The electricity supply in both countries appears to have shut down at around 12.30pm local time – hitting everything from traffic lights to trains, including underground railways. While the exact cause of the shutdown is still not clear, the impact on travellers is all too evident.
Spain is by far the biggest draw of any overseas country for British holidaymakers, and Portugal is also very popular. The Independent estimates about 500,000 tourists are currently in Spain – including the Balearic and Canary islands.
