Johannesburg – Eskom says it has planned a 17-hour power outage in parts of Tshwane, Gauteng, on Tuesday, February 10, from 6:00 to 23:00, for essential maintenance on its distribution network.
Affected areas include Legonyane, Mmasebolane, Rooiwal, and Sephai in Winterveld.
The utility emphasises that this work ensures the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the electricity supply.
“The work will commence at 6:00 and end at 23:00. The interruption of electricity is necessary to perform essential maintenance on our distribution power lines,” the power utility said.
“Eskom in Gauteng conducts planned maintenance on the distribution electricity network across the province as part of its maintenance plan. It is essential for maintenance to be conducted to service the infrastructure to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the electricity supply,” Eskom added.
Customers are urged to treat all electrical appliances as live during the outage.
Eskom said it apologises for the inconvenience and notes that unforeseen circumstances could alter the schedule.
“Eskom apologises for any inconvenience that may be caused by this maintenance. Should circumstances beyond the control of Eskom arise, the planned electricity maintenance may not proceed as communicated,” it said.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
