Calmly prepared instead of caught off guard

Practical help in case of a blackout

Blackout-Tip collects easy-to-understand information, checklists and practical tips for preparing for longer power outages.

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Cuba stuck in power chaos as grid collapses again during restoration

News

Latest news

Latest reports and updates about blackouts, power supply and emergency preparedness.

Latest updates General 04.08.2026

Cuba stuck in power chaos as grid collapses again during restoration

While engineers were still rebuilding Cuba’s electricity system after a nationwide blackout, the grid collapsed for a second time. Millions remain caught between heat, darkness and uncertainty.

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Product recommendation: Water purification tablets
Recommended for preparedness Water & Hygiene

Water purification tablets

Water purification tablets help treat water according to the manufacturer's instructions during emergencies, travel or camping.

Why recommended:
Choose tablets with clear dosage instructions, stated contact time and a long shelf life.
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Paying during a blackout: A four-envelope emergency cash plan

Tip

Tip for your preparation

A practical tip to help you prepare.

Guides General 04.08.2026

Paying during a blackout: A four-envelope emergency cash plan

Four separate cash envelopes, small bills and clear shopping priorities help you keep paying when cards, ATMs and digital banking fail.

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Topic areas

The website is being built step by step with general and country-specific information.

General Preparation

Good preparation does not start with panic, but with clear decisions and simple steps.

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Food & Supplies

A sensible supply helps you get through several days calmly and in an organized way.

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Water & Hygiene

Water is one of the most important points in any emergency preparation.

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Light & Energy

Even without grid power, lighting, basic communication and small devices should work as long as possible.

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Communication

Reliable information is especially important during a longer power outage.

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Medicine & First Aid

A simple home first-aid kit and important medication should be prepared in time.

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Safety

Safety mainly means staying calm, avoiding risks and having clear routines.

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Country-Specific Information

Here you will find practical tips and important contacts for individual countries.

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Checklists

Downloads

Here you will find free downloads and later also paid downloads for blackout preparation.

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Articles & Guides

Here you will find published articles and practical tips for blackout preparation.

Guides

Product Recommendations

Practical recommendations for products that can be helpful when preparing for longer power outages.

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Emanuel Sanchez

03.06.2026

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03.06.2026

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03.06.2026

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