Power outage in Adendorf: Maintenance work on December 8th, 2025!
On December 8th, 2025, Avacon AG in Adendorf will carry out maintenance work that could cause short-term power outages.

Power outage in Adendorf: Maintenance work on December 8th, 2025!
A temporary power outage is expected in Adendorf, Lower Saxony on December 8, 2025. The local power grid operator Avacon AG is carrying out urgent maintenance work on this day. These are scheduled within a radius of approximately one kilometer around Birkenweg (zip code 21365, Lüneburg district) and are planned from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Such an outage is a remarkable measure, especially in a region where households only go without electricity for a few minutes per year on average. Most disruptions are local low-voltage problems, which, although annoying, can usually be resolved quickly. A look at the Avacon website shows that users can specifically search for existing and planned supply interruptions in order to prepare for the situation in good time.
Practical advice in the event of a failure
In the event of a power outage, it is advisable to keep a cool head. Those affected should first check their fuse box, because not every interruption can be traced back to a major problem. Important note: Power outages must be reported to the energy supplier and not immediately to the police or fire department rescue control centers.
Avacon AG offers a clear platform on which all areas affected by power outages are currently displayed. A map provides a clear overview of the situation, while a legend explains the colors used to indicate the type of disruption.
Impact on the energy transition
The German electricity supply infrastructure is considered to be a world leader and is of central importance for the energy transition. The Federal Ministry of Economics is specifically focusing on the expansion and integration of renewable energies and electromobility. Modern, ‘smart’ distribution networks are essential in order to meet increasing energy requirements. Current developments show that the German Energy Agency (dena) is already working on concepts that promote a more adaptable and effective grid.
Compared to previous years, it can be seen that the number of short-circuit-like errors in medium voltage has tended to decrease in recent years, while there has been an increase in high and extra-high voltage. External influences such as lightning strikes and damage caused by construction work are often the reasons for these disruptions. They are also often related to voltage drops, which can cause problems, especially in sensitive industrial systems, as explained on the VDE website.
Overall, it can be said that despite the inconvenience caused by power outages, especially in view of the ongoing maintenance work on December 8th, the stability and security of the power supply in Germany remains at a high level.