Loadshedding a possibility over the weekend
Eskom has announced that they may institute Stage 1 loadshedding this afternoon and possibly the weekend.
MALALANE – Due to a shortage of generating capacity, Eskom announced earlier today that they may institute Stage 1 loadshedding until 22:00.
There is also a risk of loadshedding this weekend, as Eskom needs to replenish their emergency reserves of water and diesel. This will enable them to “limit the possibility and magnitude of loadshedding” next week.
However, Eskom emphasised that they will only implement it if absolutely necessary to protect the power system from a total blackout.
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Residents are urged to switch off appliances such as geysers, pool pumps, non-essential lights and any other appliance you are not actively using.
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It is advisable to check loadshedding schedules and plan your weekend assuming that it will take place.
Check the Eskom site to see when your electricity could be off.
