Loadshedding to return tonight, says Eskom
Eskom said the possibility of future loadshedding would continue to be high because of the need to perform maintenance on existing infrastructure.
Eskom will return to Stage 2 loadshedding from 9pm tonight until 5am tomorrow, the power utility announced this evening.
“The return to service of 3 generation units has been delayed, while another 3 generation units tripped during the day, reducing available generation capacity,” said Eskom.
A generation unit each at the Tutuka and Kendal power stations tripped while a single Komati unit was forced down.
The return to service of a generation unit each at the Kriel, Medupi and the Duvha power stations has been delayed.
Eskom as 4 775MW on planned maintenance, while another 12 699MW of capacity is unavailable due to breakdowns and delays.
Eskom said the possibility of future loadshedding would continue to be high because of the need to perform maintenance on existing infrastructure.
Residents can help prevent the extended power failures by turning off geysers, aircons and non-essential equipment prior to switch on to avoid trips on load.
This is how loadshedding is set to affect you today:
Ballito Southern Grid (Tinley Manor to Ballito & Zimbali): 10pm – 12.30am
Stanger Northern Grid (Tinley Manor to Zinkwazi): Not affected.
Mandini: Not effected.
Tongaat CBD: Not affected.
Tongaat Beach: Not affected.
