Eskom escalates load-shedding due to cold weather
Higher demand has been noted due to lower temperatures in various parts of the country.
Eskom will implement stage 6 load-shedding this afternoon, saying electricity demand is higher than anticipated.
The cold weather that is persistent in various parts of the country has resulted in increased power usage.
Furthermore, the power utility says the failure of two generating units, one of which has since returned to service, requires that stage 6 commence at 15:00.
Eskom will communicate another update as soon as any significant changes occur, it adds.
“We appeal that non-essential appliances be switched off,” Eskom urges.
Monday,15 May 2023:
Due to the cold weather, the demand for electricity is higher than anticipated. In addition, the failure of two generating units, one of which has since returned to service, requires that Stage 6 loadshedding be implemented at 15:00…
— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) May 15, 2023
Please note that this will be implemented until 5:00 tomorrow and the pattern as communicated yesterday will continue.
— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) May 15, 2023
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