Power Outage in Riverwood, Eastern Cape
Past outages in Riverwood
Outages previously reported for Riverwood in official notices, newest first.
- 04 Sept 2026 - HV paper cable faults - no restoration notice was posted
Report a Power Outage in Riverwood
Is your power off in Riverwood and it is not load shedding? Report it to Buffalo City Metro so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Riverwood?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Riverwood 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 Riverwood
Is there a power outage in Riverwood right now?
No power outage is currently reported for Riverwood. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 043 722 0660.
How do I report a power outage in Riverwood?
Call Buffalo City Metro on 043 722 0660, or the after-hours line on 086 111 3017. Give your account number and address.
When will the electricity be back on in Riverwood?
There is no active outage in Riverwood right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 043 722 0660 to log it.
Is it load shedding or a power outage in Riverwood?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Riverwood is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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