Upgrading the Electric Grid in the 'HohenRhine' Region
During the power line renewal work scheduled in Lahnstein's Hohenrhein area from December 4 to 10, 2024, emergency services have put measures in place to ensure they can operate effectively despite construction activities and potential power interruptions.
- Coordination with Construction Teams: Emergency services are working closely with the construction crews to stay updated on the work schedule, any planned outages, and restricted access areas. This coordination helps in planning alternative routes and strategies if usual paths are blocked.
- Maintaining Communication: Backup communication systems, such as mobile radios or satellite phones, are being used to maintain contact between emergency responders and control centers in case of power outages affecting communication infrastructure.
- Access Planning: Construction zones are being managed to ensure emergency vehicles have unhindered access at all times. This might involve temporary clear lanes or priority pathways through or around the construction site.
- Power Backup Systems: Critical facilities and emergency response units in or near the construction area are using generators or uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to maintain essential operations during any power cuts.
- After-Hours Preparedness: Outside working hours, when fewer personnel are on site, emergency services rely on pre-established contingency plans. On-call construction crews may be available to quickly address issues affecting emergency access or power restoration if needed.
- Public Information: Authorities are informing local residents and businesses about the construction schedule, possible power interruptions, and emergency procedures to minimise confusion and enhance readiness during the construction period.
For specific details about Lahnstein’s local authorities or emergency services' exact protocols, I recommend contacting the city's emergency management office or utility provider directly.
The renewal work will affect the accessibility of the area in front of houses 72 to 72b and will take place in the narrow section of Lahnstein. During the renewal period, the area in front of houses 72 to 72b will only be accessible on foot.
An image of the affected area can be used for reporting with proper attribution to Stefan Best / Lahnstein City Administration. The fire department and emergency services have been informed about the renewal work.
The construction site will be managed to ensure the passage of emergency vehicles during non-working hours. In case of an emergency, the construction management will be alerted to prepare the construction site for the passage of emergency vehicles.
- Informing Emergency Services: The fire department and emergency services have been notified about the upcoming power line renewal work in Lahnstein's Hohenrhein area.
- Emergency Vehicle Access: During non-working hours, the construction site will be managed to ensure unhindered access for emergency vehicles.
- Specific Access Restrictions: The renewal work will result in the area in front of houses 72 to 72b being accessible on foot only during the construction period.
