Probability for loadshedding low but can be implemented on short notice

LYDENBURG – Eskom confirmed on Wednesday morning that loadshedding for the rest of the week remains low. The power giant, however, said that the electricity system remains extremely constrained and vulnerable and any unexpected shift such as unplanned breakdowns could result in loadshedding at short notice.
Eskom said that its recovery teams continue to work tirelessly to return some of its generating units from planned and unplanned maintenance while it is currently using some of its emergency reserves to minimise the probability of loadshedding.
“We continue to appeal to residents and businesses to use electricity sparingly. Please switch off geysers as well as all non-essential lighting and electricity appliances to assist in reducing demand.
We will continue to keep South Africans informed about the status of the electricity system and our recovery efforts.
Eskom would like to thank customers for their patience and support in reducing demand by using electricity sparingly,” Eskom said.