Nice Power Cut: Second Sabotage Suspected in France After Cannes Blackout

Second Sabotage Suspected After Nice Power Cut

A second suspected act of sabotage has disrupted power in the French Riviera, impacting thousands of homes and businesses.

Nice Substation Fire

A fire at a substation in Nice caused a widespread blackout, affecting approximately 45,000 homes. This incident occurred shortly after a similar event in nearby Cannes.

Investigation Underway

Police investigating the Nice incident discovered evidence suggesting a forced entry at the substation. Authorities are treating both incidents as potential acts of sabotage and have launched a formal investigation.

Cannes Blackout

The Nice power cut follows a major blackout in Cannes, which impacted around 160,000 homes during the international film festival. Festival organizers had to switch to backup generators to continue screenings.

Security Measures Reinforced

In response to these incidents, authorities are reinforcing security measures around electric sites in Nice to prevent future disruptions. An investigation into "organised arson" is underway.