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orig date 2025-05-20 13:56:55
17:00 20-05-2025
As of May 20, 2025, Spain experienced a significant telecom outage affecting major mobile networks, including Movistar, Orange, Vodafone, Digimobil, and O2, starting around 5 AM. According to reports, a network upgrade by Telefónica caused disruptions to fixed communication services, impacting voice, internet, and emergency lines like 112 in regions such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and others.
By midday, Telefónica stated the issue was resolved for some services, with emergency lines restored in certain areas, though recovery varied by region. For instance, Catalonia reported minimal impact, and emergency services were reachable.
However, there’s no definitive confirmation from my sources that all mobile networks are fully restored nationwide as of your current time (9:55 PM +08, May 20, 2025). Some posts on X from earlier that day (e.g., @stillgray at 17:35 +08) described ongoing disruptions, but these are not conclusive.
Given the lack of real-time updates beyond midday, it’s likely that many services have been restored, but pockets of disruption may persist, especially for specific providers or regions.
For the most accurate status, check real-time outage trackers like DownDetector or contact your specific mobile provider. If you’re in Spain, you could also test your network connectivity directly or check local news for updates