The City of Cape Town notified Gordon’s Bay residents about a planned electricity supply interruption on Wednesday, 16 July. The power outage from 7:40 to 17:00 is necessary for Eskom to maintain essential infrastructure.
City officials stressed that only areas indicated on the official power outage map will be affected.
“It is important to note that the interruption to supply will only impact the area on the map and only on the relevant date,” said the city in its public advisory.
The city has provided a link to the map detailing affected zones to assist residents with preparations.
Power outage safety precautions and appliance care
The city has urged residents to cautiously approach the power outage and treat all electrical installations as live throughout the scheduled work. The city warned that power may be restored earlier than expected, which could pose a risk to unattended appliances.
“Customers must please treat all electrical installations as live for the full duration of the planned maintenance work,” the city advised.
Residents are also recommended to unplug or switch off all appliances during power outages to avoid damage from power surges when electricity is restored.
This warning comes amid growing concerns about the risks of equipment failure during sudden power returns.
City appeals for public cooperation
In anticipation of the scheduled work, the city thanked affected residents for their patience and understanding.
“The City thanks residents for their cooperation and understanding,” the statement read.
Although the power outage may cause some inconvenience, officials emphasised that the work is critical for maintaining and improving the reliability of the local power supply. All efforts will be made to complete the task within the planned time frame.
How will you prepare for the 9-hour outage in your area, and are you ready for an earlier-than-expected power restoration?
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