Power outage hits France, impacts Cannes film festival; probe underway

Sunday, 25 May 2025
A major power outage struck France's Alpes-Maritimes region, including Cannes, during the final day of the prestigious film festival. Authorities suspect arson after a fire at an electrical substation and damage to a pylon. Despite the disruption, which local officials believe was intentional sabotage, the Cannes Film Festival's closing ceremony proceeded as scheduled, thanks to an independent power supply.

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