Storms: REN and E-Redes trigger crisis plans. What do they consist of?

The electric grid operators REN and E-Redes have activated their emergency crisis plans (PASEC) due to storms Bruna and Charles. These plans involve positioning technical teams and heavy equipment near high-risk areas, securing emergency contracts with repair contractors, and setting up constant monitoring to allow for real-time grid reconfiguration. E-Redes reported that approximately 2,000 customers experienced power outages on Tuesday 10 November, with most disruptions occurring in the south of mainland Portugal.

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If you are in mainland Portugal, be aware that storms may cause power outages; these emergency measures are designed to speed up repairs, but you should prepare for potential disruptions to your electricity supply during the active weather alerts.

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