Planned Electricity Supply Interruption in Hanover Park: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Attention Hanover Park residents! The City’s Electricity Generation and Distribution Department has announced a scheduled electricity supply interruption for August. The maintenance work aims to provide a consistent and reliable power supply for the area’s residents. Here’s what you need to know to prepare for the planned interruption.

Scheduled Interruption Dates

The planned electricity supply interruption will occur on the following dates:

• 3 August 2023
• 8 August 2023
• 10 August 2023
• 15 August 2023
• 17 August 2023

The maintenance work will take place from 08:30 to 16:00 on these days. The City officials will carry out essential maintenance work in Hanover Park during this time.

Possible Additional Power Outages

Hanover Park residents must prepare for the possibility of additional power outages due to load-shedding. Furthermore, maintenance work may face postponement if high stages of load-shedding occur.

To stay informed, the City has provided maps of the affected areas on its website. Here are the links for each area:

• Mentz: https://bit.ly/43z4Acd
• Ryburg East: https://bit.ly/3Drf5nm
• Ryburg West: https://bit.ly/3Y21UTx
• Stonelands: https://bit.ly/44D70YS
• Summitt: https://bit.ly/47eX7lZ
• Town Centre: https://bit.ly/43yxWaV
• Turflyn: https://bit.ly/3KcHkdc
• Belmore: https://bit.ly/3pXL7o3
• Clinic: https://bit.ly/3Q8UR9q
• Derwent: https://bit.ly/473whNu
• Downwood: https://bit.ly/3pUrm0G
• John Vlei Walk: https://bit.ly/43TdNwt
• Lomond Court: https://bit.ly/43JFAit
• Luganohof: https://bit.ly/44U00qb
• Lynberg: https://bit.ly/3rDU6eC

Safety Measures

Residents must treat all electrical installations as live throughout the entire duration of the power outage. The electricity supply may be restored at any time during the interruption. Therefore, residents must switch off appliances as a precautionary measure to safeguard against potential damage caused by power surges when the electricity is restored.

Contact Information

For further information or inquiries about the planned electricity supply interruption, Hanover Park residents can contact the City’s Call Centre at 0860 103 089.

In conclusion, Hanover Park will experience planned electricity supply interruptions throughout August. By remaining informed and taking necessary precautions, residents can minimize inconveniences and safeguard their appliances during this period. The Mayoral Committee Member for Energy, Councillor Beverley van Reenen, has apologized for any inconvenience caused and expressed gratitude to residents for their cooperation during this time.