Confusing Block 16A load-shedding schedule to be rectified
The new load-shedding schedule has been inconsistent for some areas in Amanzimtoti.
RESIDENTS living in certain areas of Amanzimtoti have continued to voice dissatisfaction with the new load-shedding schedule as they are in Block 16A but their power goes off along Block 6B.
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Ward 97 councillor André Beetge said this was a common complaint across the city in areas that are situated close to the block borders.
“The matter has been duly reported and noted by the eThekwini Electricity Department, which has given an indication that they will rectify the matter. This, however, can only be done once there is a no load-shedding window, as it requires an integrated resetting of the system,” said Beetge.
“The reason why this happens,” said Beetge, “is due to areas being rerouted when there is vandalism or theft, or where parts of areas were previously connected to an adjacent block but were reallocated when the new schedule was implemented.
“We are assured it is a priority that should soon be resolved,” he said.
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