Power outage in Droyßig: Maintenance work causes interruptions!
On July 11, 2025, maintenance work will take place on the power grid in Hassel (zip code 06722). Power outages are to be expected. Preparation information.

Power outage in Droyßig: Maintenance work causes interruptions!
On July 11, 2025, Mitteldeutsche Netzgesellschaft Strom mbH in Droyßig, Saxony-Anhalt, will carry out extensive maintenance work on the power grid. This work will begin at 8:00 a.m. and is expected to last until 2:00 p.m. The exact location of the maintenance is Pahlweg in Hassel, within the Burgenland district. During this time, residents should expect power interruptions.
It should be noted that such interruptions generally do not constitute emergencies. The population is encouraged to first check whether the power outage is only occurring in their own home or also in the neighborhood. If disruptions occur, we recommend reporting them via the electricity network operator's website.
Tips for the population
To be prepared for possible power outages, citizens should stock up on food, water and medicine. It is also advisable to have emergency lighting, such as candles and flashlights, as well as battery-operated radios available. In the event of a power outage, users can access the platform power outage.org which provides an overview of current power outages in Germany.
This interactive map allows users to see if a power outage has occurred in their area. They can also register faults themselves using a report form. The real-time information shows all affected areas and also includes historical data about power outages over the last 24 hours.
Recommendations for action in the event of power outages
In the event of a power outage, it is important to remain calm. Recommended behaviors include using flashlights or cell phones for illumination. In addition, electrical devices should be switched off to avoid damage caused by possible surges. The causes of power outages can be varied, ranging from technical problems to overloads to weather conditions or human error.
The duration of a power outage can vary from a few seconds to several days. Therefore, it is important for households and businesses to create emergency plans and regularly back up important data to counteract the effects of a power outage. News.de and power outage.org offer valuable information and assistance here.