Eskom warns of stage 2 load shedding at short notice on Monday

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Power utility Eskom says it may be forced to implement stage 2 load shedding at short notice on Monday night due to a shortage of generating capacity.

“The breakdowns of a generation unit each at the Kriel, Majuba, Matla and three units at Arnot Power Station during the last 24 hours, as well as delays in returning units to service at Kusile, Lethabo and Tutuka power stations have put a severe strain on the power generation system.

“An increase in demand due to the cold front sweeping across the country has exacerbated the capacity constraints,” it said. The group said it currently has 4,508MW on planned maintenance, while another 13,622MW of capacity is unavailable due to breakdowns. “We, therefore, urge all South Africans to continue using electricity sparingly, especially during these “uncertain times on the power system. Eskom will promptly communicate should a need arise.”

 

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