Stay calm
Not every power interruption is immediately a blackout. First check the situation calmly, avoid panic and inform yourself through reliable sources.
Behaviour
Safety mainly means: stay calm, avoid risks and have clear procedures.
During a longer power cut, many risks do not arise immediately from the power cut itself, but from wrong behaviour, uncertainty or improvisation under stress.
Anyone who defines simple rules in advance, reduces sources of danger and prepares important things can act more calmly and safely in an emergency.
Not every power interruption is immediately a blackout. First check the situation calmly, avoid panic and inform yourself through reliable sources.
Open flames, candles, gas cookers or barbecues can become dangerous. Use them only deliberately, on a stable surface, under supervision and never in unsuitable rooms.
Older people, children or people with health limitations in particular may need support. Brief contact with neighbours can help a lot.
Keep important paths clear, avoid trip hazards and make sure torches or emergency lights are quickly accessible.
Never use generators, gas cookers, barbecues or similar devices indoors. In case of danger, always follow the instructions of authorities and emergency services.