Panic-buying sweeps blackout-hit Spain and Portugal as shelves are emptied, huge queues form at petrol stations and cash points and air passengers face huge delays - with officials warning of days more chaos

Madrid's Mayor has urged people to stay where they are, while the regional president has called for an emergency plan to be activated so soldiers can be deployed.

Apr 28, 2025 - 17:27
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Panic-buying sweeps blackout-hit Spain and Portugal as shelves are emptied, huge queues form at petrol stations and cash points and air passengers face huge delays - with officials warning of days more chaos
Madrid's Mayor has urged people to stay where they are, while the regional president has called for an emergency plan to be activated so soldiers can be deployed.