Madrid Gridlocked: City-Wide Blackout Causes Traffic Chaos

Madrid Blackout Causes City-Wide Traffic Chaos A city-wide power outage in Madrid on April 28, 2025, led to widespread traffic congestion, causing significant disruption to the city's transportation system. The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) issued warnings via social media urging citizens to avoid driving if possible. However, as seen in the video footage, major thoroughfares like the Castellana and M-30 experienced severe gridlock. The Plaza de Colón also faced significant traffic delays. "The traffic was completely stopped," said one eyewitness captured in the video. "It was impossible to move." The video shows a sea of stationary vehicles, highlighting the scale of the problem. The power outage lasted several hours, causing significant disruption to businesses and daily life. The incident underscores the city's vulnerability to large-scale power failures and the challenges of managing traffic during such emergencies. Authorities are investigating the cause of the outage and working to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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