AFTER being without power for four days, residents of Isipingo Hills had their supply restored after the Sykes Road distribution substation (DSS) was repaired, only for it to fall under threat of vandalism again during the evening of June 22.

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According to ward 90 councillor, Shad Nowbuth, the DSS was badly vandalised and a replacement transformer was installed after a lengthy period of time.

“Within hours of the installation, attempts at vandalism occurred. Urgent intervention is needed to avoid any further disruption in power supply and to protect the transformer unit and housing. The Electricity Department has been informed to take urgent measures to prevent further damages and to ensure that the community does not again suffer the inconvenience of power loss,” said Nowbuth.

Nowbuth added that Isipingo police station commander, Colonel Hensford Zama has been asked to increase patrols in the area and at other hotspots including Lotus Park and Isipingo Rail.

The community is urged to be vigilant and report suspicious activities to Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

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