Eskom announced the implementing of scheduled bulk power supply interruptions in parts of Mpumalanga last week, including hospitals.
All private hospitals are currently operating on generators to ensure a consistent power supply – their services are uninterrupted. However, the Hospital Association of South Africa (HASA) cannot comment on the situation at public sector hospitals.
The hospitals potentially affected by the power cuts include:
eMalahleni Private Hospital
eMalahleni Day Hospital
De La Vie Day Hospital
Highveld Eye
M Care Highveld Sub Acute
Cosmos Life
Anglo Coal Highveld Hospital (Mine Hospital)
Eden Park
Provincial Hospital
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All hospitals operate on a two tiered system of power supply. The first being the power grid, and the second being generators. When in generator mode, hospitals are relying on a single tier of power.
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