Power Outage Challenges Pharmaceutical Supply in Berlin PharmacyTue 6th Jan, 2026A pharmacy located in Berlin-Wannsee experienced significant operational challenges following an unexpected power outage that began on a Saturday morning. Despite these precautions, some customers affected by the power outage reported that their medications, stored outdoors, had frozen and became unusable. When the outage occurred, the batteries were transported to a nearby unaffected area for charging and then returned to the pharmacy. This enabled the team to power essential equipment, including their computer systems, which were crucial for managing medication distribution and communication with external providers. The incident underscored how disruptions in utilities can impact not only pharmacy operations but also the broader healthcare supply chain, especially for vulnerable populations reliant on consistent medication delivery.

Source: The Munich Eye January 06, 2026 17:58 UTC