A sudden power failure in Cannes has left thousands without electricity, yet the film festival's activities remain on track due to effective backup measures.
Power Outage Disrupts Cannes Film Festival, Backup Systems Activated
Power Outage Disrupts Cannes Film Festival, Backup Systems Activated
A massive power outage temporarily affects the Cannes Film Festival, but organizers assure that events will continue as planned.
In a surprising turn of events, the Cannes Film Festival experienced a significant power outage on Saturday morning, plunging the region into darkness and leaving approximately 160,000 homes without electricity. The outage began around 10 a.m. local time, according to RTE, France’s electrical grid operator, with crews quickly dispatched to address the issue. The cause of the power loss has yet to be determined.
Fortunately, festival organizers responded promptly by activating an independent power supply, ensuring all scheduled programming, including the critically important closing ceremony, could proceed without hindrance. Despite some temporary halts at a single theater, the majority of events continued smoothly.
The Palme d’Or, the festival’s prestigious top prize, along with other major awards, were set to be announced later that evening, showcasing the resilience of the festival amid unforeseen challenges. While local reports noted that traffic signals were nonfunctional in parts of Cannes, state authorities issued warnings for residents to exercise caution as they navigated the affected areas.
As the festival progresses, the quick adaptability of organizers highlights a commitment to keeping the event on schedule and celebrating cinematic art, undeterred by adversities.
Fortunately, festival organizers responded promptly by activating an independent power supply, ensuring all scheduled programming, including the critically important closing ceremony, could proceed without hindrance. Despite some temporary halts at a single theater, the majority of events continued smoothly.
The Palme d’Or, the festival’s prestigious top prize, along with other major awards, were set to be announced later that evening, showcasing the resilience of the festival amid unforeseen challenges. While local reports noted that traffic signals were nonfunctional in parts of Cannes, state authorities issued warnings for residents to exercise caution as they navigated the affected areas.
As the festival progresses, the quick adaptability of organizers highlights a commitment to keeping the event on schedule and celebrating cinematic art, undeterred by adversities.
