Burst Mainline Causes Water Outage in Wakendorf II
Wakendorf II, Segeberg District, Germany – A burst main water pipeline in Wakendorf II has left approximately 700 households without running water for several hours. The incident occurred on Thursday evening and continued until Friday afternoon, according to Mayor Malte-Onno Duis.
Water Supply Restored
As of now, water service has been restored to affected households. During the outage, assistance was provided by neighboring municipalities and the fire department, which distributed both potable and non-potable water to residents. Additionally, livestock in the area were also supplied with water.
Further Work Required
"Additional work is scheduled for Monday," said Mayor Duis. The repairs aim to prevent future disruptions and ensure a stable water supply for the community.
Timeline of Events
- Thursday Evening: Main water pipeline ruptures, causing water outage in 700 households.
- Friday Morning: Neighboring municipalities and the fire department provide water distribution to affected residents and livestock.
- Friday Afternoon: Water service is restored.
- Monday: Additional work is scheduled to complete repairs and prevent future disruptions.
Community Impact
The water outage caused significant inconvenience for affected residents, as they were unable to use water for drinking, cooking, bathing, or flushing toilets. Businesses and other establishments were also impacted, as they rely on a steady supply of water for their operations.
Emergency Response
The prompt response of neighboring municipalities and the fire department was crucial in mitigating the impact of the outage. By providing water distribution, they ensured that residents and livestock had access to essential water supplies.
Mayor’s Statement
Mayor Duis praised the efforts of the emergency responders and thanked the community for their cooperation during the outage. He also stressed the importance of completing the repairs quickly to minimize further disruption to water service.
Additional Information
- The cause of the pipeline rupture is still under investigation.
- The affected households are located in the central part of Wakendorf II.
- Local authorities are urging residents to conserve water until the repairs are complete.
- Updates on the situation will be provided through the municipality’s official channels.
