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Power Outage in Russell Road, Eastern Cape

Power outage in Russell Road - reported 1 hour ago
Power outage
Last checked: 21 Aug 2026, 07:45
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Power off in Russell Road? Tell neighbours so others know.

Current power outages affecting Russell Road

ActiveReported 1 hour ago
Started: today 06:49

A power outage is affecting Russell Road, causing the Water & Sanitation Call Centre to be offline.

From the City's announcement
Outage area map
ActiveReported 2 hours ago
Started: today 05:55

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents of a power outage.

Areas covered
Russell RoadCampbell
From the City's announcement
Outage area map

Report a Power Outage in Russell Road

Is your power off in Russell Road and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.

08600 37566 (Eskom contact centre)
Or via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Russell Road?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Russell Road 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 Russell Road

Is there a power outage in Russell Road right now?

Yes, a power outage is currently reported in Russell Road. See the live status above for the latest cause and any restoration estimate.

How do I report a power outage in Russell Road?

Call Eskom on 08600 37566, via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app. Give your account number and address.

When will the electricity be back on in Russell Road?

See the live status above for the latest estimate. Most unplanned outages restore within 4-8 hours; faults needing equipment replacement can take 12-48 hours.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Russell Road?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Russell Road is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.

OurPower is an independent information site. We are not affiliated with Eskom. This page reads public Eskom outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call Eskom on 08600 37566.
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