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Paris Faces Widespread Power Outages in 1st and 2nd Districts During 2024 Olympic Games

Jul 27, 2024, 10:43 PM

Paris is experiencing widespread power outages during the 2024 Olympic Games. Multiple districts, including the 1st and 2nd, have been affected, plunging parts of the city into darkness. The outages began on July 27, 2024, and lasted for five minutes, causing significant disruptions. Organizers had previously anticipated potential cyberattacks targeting the event. The cause of the outages is currently under investigation, with some speculating it could be due to sabotage or cyberattacks.