Frost warning: water supply to cemeteries switched off!
Due to the risk of frost, the water supply to Sinzing cemeteries will be temporarily stopped from November 13, 2025.
Frost warning: water supply to cemeteries switched off!
With winter approaching, the municipality has taken measures to protect the water supply in municipal cemeteries from frost damage. On November 13, 2025, it was announced that the water supply to the cemeteries had been immediately shut off. This happens due to the sometimes very low temperatures at night, which pose an acute risk of frost for the water pipes. The community asks for your understanding of this temporary suspension of water supply, which occurs annually at this time, to prevent damage to outdoor water pipes. Sinzing.de reported.
Similarly, the water pipes in municipal cemeteries, such as in Laatzen, will be turned off in the week starting November 17, 2025. Grave site users are asked to take this into account when planning their winter planting. There will be additional restrictions during this frosty period: The toilet facilities in the chapels of these cemeteries will remain closed. These measures aim to protect public sanitary facilities from frost damage and to ensure the safety of the facilities. Leineblitz.de informed about these regulations.
Precautionary measures in winter
Shutting off water supplies in cemeteries is part of a broader frost protection strategy that is also important for other buildings that are not in constant use. How Haustechnikdialog.de As explained, appropriate measures must be taken in buildings such as holiday homes or empty apartments to prevent the water-conducting components from freezing. This includes emptying water from heating systems, water pipes and appliances.
The safest method is to completely drain all water-conducting parts to avoid frost damage. For areas that cannot be completely drained, the use of a water/antifreeze mixture is recommended. These preventive measures are particularly important during times when frosty nights are expected. Regular users should also make sure to set heaters to a frost protection temperature to avoid an uncontrolled drop in temperatures inside.
Turning off the water supply to cemeteries at this time of year is not only a measure to protect the infrastructure, but also important information for everyone who uses and maintains these public spaces.