At 12:32 p.m. on Monday, April 28, the city of Dénia, like the rest of the peninsula, experienced a power outage. Problems followed one another, although local coordination managed to weather the initial hours of chaos and uncertainty.
Traffic incidents, hold-ups, rescues by firefighters, and widespread disruption to basic services. The power outage began at midday, with serious consequences for traffic due to the failure of traffic lights. From the outset, the Local Police were deployed to manually regulate the most problematic intersections, especially at points such as Alicante Avenue, Diana Avenue, Miguel Hernández Avenue, and the La Xara intersection. Tram personnel were also present (TRAM) collaborated in the regulation of railroad crossings.
In addition to the initial traffic incidents, firefighters intervened, rescuing people trapped in elevators. Given the magnitude of the power outage, Dénia City Council issued an urgent warning to the public recommending they limit vehicle use, exercise extreme caution at intersections, avoid using elevators, and follow only the information disseminated through official channels.
The power outage also affected mobile and internet communications, which were intermittent for much of the afternoon and evening. Emergency services called 112 urged people to limit phone use, avoid unnecessary travel, and conserve resources such as fuel, given the risk of shortages.
The situation began to improve late in the evening. At 23:57 p.m., the City Council confirmed that power had been restored in the city center of Dénia. Les Rotes and part of Marines. However, areas such as the MontgoLa Xara and Jesús Pobre remained without power for a little longer.
Security forces maintained a reinforced surveillance system throughout the night to guarantee public safety, while hospitals and health centers ensured the continuity of healthcare through emergency systems.
Dénia in the morning after the big blackout
In addition to the power supply, the blackout caused temporary drops in drinking water pressure in some neighborhoods. According to Aqualia, the situation is gradually returning to normal throughout the morning of Tuesday, April 29. However, some homes were without water early this morning. This incident is affecting homes located on buildings, with the upper levels being the most affected.
At 09:39 a.m. today, the City Council reported that the water supply was back to normal throughout the municipality, with the exception of Les Rotes, where low pressure was still being recorded, although it is gradually recovering.
‼️🚿 INFORMATION subministament d'aigua
D'Aqualia reports that problems with water supply in some parts of #Denia It is degut to a specific reduction of the pressure derived from the light's shutdown.
Gradually it is recovering - it was pressed in the entire term.— Dénia City Council (@ayto_denia) April 29, 2025
This morning, the City Council reported that all traffic lights are now operational, including those on the TRAM. No significant issues have been detected with street lighting, although municipal services continue to conduct checks throughout the city.
The specific cause of the blackout has not yet been officially detailed.
