Serious electricity problems affect the Alp-Maritim area in, with the-amidst the renowned film festival-being at the center of the interruption.
As Reuters reports, local authorities have announced that a significant part of the area has been left without, causing concern and disruption to residents and visitors.
RTE France (France System Operator) works to restore electricity.
The Palais des Festivals has gone to an independent power supply, which allows all scheduled events and projections to be held, including the closing ceremony.
However, projections in Cineum have been temporarily suspended and will continue as soon as the electricity is restored.