Berlin: bridge set on fire, 45k left without power

In the Lichterfelde district of Berlin, unknown individuals set fire to a cable-stayed bridge located near a power plant. Due to the collapse of high-voltage power lines beneath the bridge, electricity was cut off for approximately 45,500 households and 2,200 businesses. With low outdoor temperatures, about 35,000 consumers were left without heating, and restoration of heat is not expected before January 8. Additionally, pumps in heating and boiler systems failed. Against the backdrop of the bridge collapse, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed concern about the slowing of energy stabilization, although his statements were not included in official releases.

Media also mentioned comments suggesting that events in Berlin resemble crises in other countries, although there has been no official confirmation of this.