This is the system D in Calvados to cope, until power is restored. The small town of Val d'Arry (2,400 inhabitants) southwest of Caen has been without it since Thursday evening, due to snowfall. But a central street in the town is fortunately still supplied. The municipality has decided to bring together all essential services there.
First there is the party room. “We opened it this morningexplains Jérémie Desguée, deputy mayor. All residents who wish can come and warm up over a coffee. And there are power outlets.”
In this famous street, there are also schoolwho was able to accommodate all his little people in a warm place. “We did not have meal deliveries, but we had a buffer stock that we were able to put in place for this lunchtime“.
Finally, the city hall became a teleworking space. “In the wedding hall, around ten people came with their computers to take advantage of the wifi“. While the offices of the mayor and his deputies have been transformed into medical office. “That of the commune is plunged into darkness, continues Jérémie Desguée. Consultations and appointments are made from here. We adapt!“.
At midday this Friday, Enedis informed him that electricity should normally be restored in the evening.