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Wiesbaden experiences power disruptions in certain areas

Power failure struck several districts in Wiesbaden's eastern region at 18:00, leaving areas such as Auringen, Breckenheim, Bierstadt, Medenbach, Naurod, and Nordost in darkness. ESWE worked to reestablish power supply, taking approximately an hour to gradually restore it.

Power failure in certain Wiesbaden areas
Power failure in certain Wiesbaden areas

Wiesbaden experiences power disruptions in certain areas

Wiesbaden Fire Department Responds to Power Outage Situation

The Fire Department of the State Capital Wiesbaden has taken swift action to address the power outage situation in the city. In a statement, the department outlined their measures to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents.

Fire stations in Wiesbaden are now functioning as disaster protection lighthouses. These lighthouses provide a central point for reporting emergencies and obtaining information during the power outage. The central control center has been reinforced with personnel to handle the increased demand.

Commanders from the fire and rescue services have occupied a command post at Fire Station 1. The command post is established for assessing the situation and taking additional measures if necessary.

One instance reported was where an ambulance was dispatched to a patient with a home ventilator during the power outage. The Wiesbaden Fire Department is assessing the situation and preparing to take additional measures if necessary.

The Wiesbaden Fire Department is working closely with other authorities to ensure that emergency operations run smoothly during the power outage. However, information regarding any additional personnel deployed to support emergency operations was not available in the search results.

Disaster protection lighthouses are crucial during times of crisis. They serve as a beacon of hope and a source of information for the population. The Wiesbaden Fire Department encourages residents to use these lighthouses to report any emergencies and to seek information about the power outage situation.

The Wiesbaden Fire Department is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents during this challenging time. They are prepared to take additional measures if necessary to address the power outage situation and to ensure the smooth running of emergency operations.

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