Stage 3 load-shedding implemented from 1pm this afternoon
JOBURG – There is a high probability of load-shedding continuing to Thursday, 11 February.
Eskom has released a statement stating that Stage 3 load-shedding would be implemented at 1pm this afternoon, 10 February.
The load-shedding is said to be necessary as the power generation was still severely constrained due to high generation breakdowns in the past three days as well as the need to replenish diminishing emergency generation reserves.
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“The outlook for the power system is unpredictable and there is a high probability of load-shedding continuing to Thursday, 11 February. Eskom will continue to assess and communicate promptly as the situation changes,” said Eskom.
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The power utility explained that power units at Lethabo, Kendal and Duvha power stations were taken offline for repairs, adding to the high number of breakdowns and units that have failed to return to service as planned.
“We currently have a 4 858MW on planned maintenance, while another
14 521MW of capacity is unavailable due to breakdowns and delays.”
Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented from 13:00 this afternoon until 06:00 in the morning
following the loss of generation units and to replenish emergency generation reserves@News24 @SABCNews @NewzroomAfrika @eNCA @IOL @ewnupdates @SundayTimesZA @SowetanLIVE pic.twitter.com/WoOMqEjvXA— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) February 10, 2021
Eskom requests the public to continue using electricity sparingly as the system remains vulnerable and unpredictable, and we will communicate timeously should there be any significant changes to the power system.
