Eskom implements loadshedding stage 3
Stage three loadshedding will be implemented from 1pm this afternoon until 6am tomorrow morning, Eskom has confirmed.
The power utility says this follows the loss of generation units and the need to replenish emergency generation reserves.
“The loadshedding is necessary due to high generation unit breakdowns during the past three days,” a statement read.
The outlook for the rest of the week does not look encouraging either.
“The outlook for the power system is unpredictable and there is a high probability of loadshedding continuing on Thursday.”
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This morning a generation unit each 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.
The power utility currently has 4 858MW on planned maintenance, while another 14 521MW of capacity is unavailable due to breakdowns and delays.
