No lights, no heating, no mobile phone reception: When a power outage suddenly stops everything, a good emergency power supply is worth its weight in gold.
Power outage – now what? Be well prepared for an emergency
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Thousands of people in Berlin-Zehlendorf experienced firsthand what it's like when the power suddenly goes out at the beginning of the year. Some residents reported that they didn't even know what had happened in the first few hours. Because when cell phones, the internet, television, and radio aren't working, no information gets through. Others spent days cooking on a small gas stove because their electric ovens were out of order. And that's not even mentioning the darkness and cold. These experiences offer valuable tips and advice on how to be well-prepared in an emergency.
Prepared for all eventualities
The Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Relief provides a comprehensive checklist for crisis and disaster preparedness, which helps ensure supplies for several days in an emergency. Having a few basic items at home allows you to remain capable of acting and protects yourself and others. Preparation costs little and provides comfort and security during weather disasters or power outages. The following items are recommended for tenants:
- flashlight or headlamp
- A battery-operated radio or a crank radio
- A list of important phone numbers on paper
- Batteries and charged power bank
- Candles and fireproof mats, matches and lighter
- Drinking water (about two liters per person per day)
- Shelf-stable foods and snacks (e.g., pasta, canned goods, nuts, bars)
- A fully stocked home medicine cabinet and essential medications according to personal needs.
- Hygiene products such as toilet paper and wet wipes
Practical:
- a non-electric cooking device (e.g. a camping stove) including fuel
- thermos flask
- Thermal blankets or sleeping bags (in case of power outages in winter)