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Power Outage Affects 50,000 Households and 2,000 Businesses in Southwest Berlin

Published January 3, 2026, 19:08
Power Outage Affects 50,000 Households and 2,000 Businesses in Southwest Berlin

Approximately 50,000 households and at least 2,000 businesses in southwest Berlin are currently without power following a fire at a power plant. The fire has been extinguished, but the duration of repair and restoration work remains unclear. Police are investigating the incident with the suspicion of arson. The situation is exacerbated by the low temperatures in the area, causing difficulties for residents. Authorities are expected to provide updates on the power restoration timeline, while the police continue their investigation into the cause of the fire.