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Further unplanned power outages in Middelburg and rural surrounds due to vandalism

Unfortunately a restoration time is not available at this time Eskom says.

Eskom has confirmed that vandalism on the Rockdale – Raleigh 22kV line during last night, has resulted in further unplanned power outages for Middelburg, Eikeboom and Molare communities.

The following feeders were affected:

  1. Rockdale – Raleigh 22kV feeder (Roc/Ral)
  2. Rockdale – Raleigh Kanhym 22kV feeder 9RKK
  3. Rockdale – Raleigh Wanhoop 22kV feeder (WH)
  4. Raleigh 22kV/11kV Substation
  5. Raleigh – Raleigh 11kV FDR (RAR)
  6. Kanhym Investment and Eiekeboom 11kV feeder

The Middelburg technical team is working towards restoring supply.

Unfortunately a restoration time is not available at this time Eskom says.

Eskom says the vandalism damage is extensive, with a number of conductors and poles-structures having been completely sawn off and stolen.

Police investigations are underway. People with information should contact 08600 37566 or 0800 11 27 22 or the nearest police station.

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Gerhard Rheeder

I have been a journalist for two decades, with numerous awards to my credit, both in photography and writing. A brief stint as researcher in the opposition offices of the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature, honed my skills as specialist local government reporter, covering crime and courts.
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