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Power Outage in Silverdale Street, Eastern Cape

Buffalo City Metro confirmed

Power outage in Silverdale Street

Since
17:52
Cause
cables burnt out
Estimated back
Not given
Last update
None yet

Checked Buffalo City Metro at 21:38 SAST

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Current power outage affecting Silverdale Street

Activecables burnt outReported 4 hours ago
Started: today 17:52

Cables have burnt out at the Silverdale Road Substation, resulting in a power outage affecting Mopani Street, Bushwillow Street, Silverdale Street, and Abor Street.

Areas covered
Mopani StreetBushwillow StreetSilverdale StreetAbor Street
From the City's announcement
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Report a Power Outage in Silverdale Street

Is your power off in Silverdale Street and it is not load shedding? Report it to Buffalo City Metro so they can dispatch a team.

043 722 0660 (Buffalo City Metro contact centre)
Or the after-hours line on 086 111 3017.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Silverdale Street?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Silverdale Street 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 Silverdale Street

Is there a power outage in Silverdale Street right now?

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

How do I report a power outage in Silverdale Street?

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 Silverdale Street?

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 Silverdale Street?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Silverdale Street 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 Buffalo City Metro. This page reads public Buffalo City Metro outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call Buffalo City Metro on 043 722 0660.
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