City Power appeals for reduced electricity usage amid system constraints

Johannesburg City Power is urging residents to actively manage their electricity usage as the utility grapples with significant system constraints.

City Power's spokesperson, Isaacs Mangena, stated that cooperation from the public is essential to help mitigate the risk of network overloading trips.

Mangena highlighted that teams are currently addressing outstanding issues across the city, but their response times are likely to be negatively impacted by the severe weather conditions.

“With heavy rains pouring throughout Johannesburg following a Level 9 warning by the weather authorities, it means there is a good chance of storms and flooding that could affect roads and are likely to increase electricity usage and increase the demand, placing substantial pressure on our network, potentially leading to overloading trips."

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