Alberton power update
The EMM tweeted that power restoration can be expected this afternoon.
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Alberton power update: The tunnel has been cleared and is safe to work in. The actual repairs work have started. Power is expected to be fully restored around 15h00 this afternoon.
Parts of Brackenhurst, Brackendowns and surrounding areas are still affected.
Hi, the repairs are ongoing. Due to challenges, this has taken longer than expected. Power is expected to be restored by 3pm
— CITY OF EKURHULENI (@City_Ekurhuleni) October 14, 2016
Hi, our technicians have been on site for more than 24 hours, working to repair the cable after a gone wrong attempted theft.
— CITY OF EKURHULENI (@City_Ekurhuleni) October 14, 2016
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