Cannes Film Festival Blackout: Arson Suspected in Power Plant Fire

Cannes Film Festival Hit by Power Outage After Power Plant Fire A major power outage plunged parts of Cannes, France into darkness during the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. The incident, which occurred on May 25th, 2025, was caused by a fire at a local power plant. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, but early reports suggest it may have been arson. The outage affected thousands of homes and businesses, and caused significant disruption to the festival's schedule. "The lights went out suddenly," said one festival attendee, "It was quite chaotic for a while." The outage lasted several hours, but thankfully, the main festival events were able to proceed without major delays. The quick response of emergency services and the resilience of the festival organizers ensured the event continued as planned. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of reliable infrastructure and emergency preparedness, even during high-profile events. The festival organizers expressed their gratitude to the emergency services for their swift action and the attendees for their understanding. Despite the initial disruption, the Cannes Film Festival was able to continue its celebrations, showcasing the resilience of the event and the spirit of the attendees.