Metro struggles to restore electricity distribution equipment after load-shedding
The metro added that it may take up to two hours after the load-shedding scheduled restoration time to fully restore a load-shedding block.
Kwatsaduza – The Ekurhuleni metro is experiencing technical challenges with the electricity distribution equipment after load-shedding.
This has been exacerbated by the high stages of load-shedding currently experienced.
A statement released by the metro on Tuesday said that the restoration of power after load-shedding would be gradually done by technicians to protect substation equipment from severe damage.
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It could take up to two hours after the load-shedding scheduled restoration time to fully restore a load-shedding block.
Residents are urged to switch off all non-essential appliances after load-shedding to assist with shortening the restoration times.
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Should power not be restored within two hours after the end of scheduled load-shedding for an affected load-shedding block, residents should log a call with the call centre on 0860 54 3000.
Residents are reminded to treat all electrical outlets as live and to report any third-party interference that might have happened during load-shedding, like theft, tampering and vandalism. Where possible, provide evidence in the form of photos.
