Power Outage in Arlington, Eastern Cape
Recent power outages affecting Arlington
An 11kV circuit breaker at the Arlington/Steve Biko Substation has tripped, resulting in a power outage.
Report a Power Outage in Arlington
Is your power off in Arlington and it is not load shedding? Report it to Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Arlington?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Arlington restore within 4-8 hours; a tripped feeder in 2-4 hours.
- Cable theft / vandalism
- 12-48 hours where a substation or mini-sub must be repaired.
- Storm damage
- Depends on access and number of faults; widespread damage can take over a day.
Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Arlington
Is there a power outage in Arlington right now?
No power outage is currently reported for Arlington. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 0800 20 5050.
How do I report a power outage in Arlington?
Call Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality on 0800 20 5050, or @NMandelaBaymuni on X. Give your account number and address.
When will the electricity be back on in Arlington?
There is no active outage in Arlington right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 0800 20 5050 to log it.
Is it load shedding or a power outage in Arlington?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Arlington is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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