(LifeSiteNews) – Gas prices in Germany are spiking and the country is facing its worst energy crisis since the 1970s. Concern about the coming winter has led many German cities to reportedly prepare heated public dorm rooms, so-called “heat islands,” where elderly and poor people could go if they cannot afford heating anymore.
Last month, the country took a crucial step in rationing gas when economy minister Robert Habeck activated the second stage of the country’s gas emergency plan.
“The situation on the gas market is tense and unfortunately we can’t guarantee that it will not get worse,” he said. “We have to be prepared for the situation to become critical.”