Eskom implements Stage 1 loadshedding
Loadshedding is conducted rotationally to protect the power system from a total collapse or blackout.
DUE to a shortage of capacity, Eskom will start Stage 1 rotational loadshedding from 11am today and is likely to continue until 11pm.
According to Eskom, Stage 1 calls for 1000MW to be rotationally loadshed nationally at a given period, customers are also reminded to treat all electrical points as live during loadshedding.
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“Loadshedding is conducted rotationally as a measure of last resort to protect the power system from a total collapse or blackout.
“We continue to appeal to residents and businesses to use electricity sparingly during this period. Please switch off geysers as well as all non-essential lighting and electricity appliances to assist in reducing demand,” the power utility said in a statement.
The schedules are available on the Eskom website (https://loadshedding.eskom.co.za).
Customers can also contact the customer contact centre at 0860 037 566.
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