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Power Outage in Eagle Canyon, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in Eagle Canyon by City Power
There are 33 active power outages in other Johannesburg areas.
Last checked: 4m ago
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Power Outages Affecting Eagle Canyon

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Recently Restored
✅ Restoredreported 4d ago• 57h 36m- Roodepoort
Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Weltevredenpark and Allen’s Nek.
Weltevreden ParkEagle CanyonHarvestonHoneydewHorizon
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (10 updates)
  1. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 11:51
    A service provider is on site carrying out repairs at Christiaan De Wet Substation, affecting customers in Weltevredenpark and Allen’s Nek.
    source
  2. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 18:49
    Our team remains on site and is attending to cable repairs, with work progressing.
    source
  3. Reported - Tue, 18 Aug, 06:06
    An outage at Christiaan De Wet Substation JG Strydom Switching Station is affecting Weltevredenpark and Allen’s Nek.
    source
  4. Reported - Tue, 18 Aug, 10:07
    Repair work will commence once the fault has been located at Christiaan de Wet, JG Strydom Switching Station, affecting Weltevredenpark and Allen’s Nek.
    source
  5. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 19:50
    Repair work at Christiaan De Wet Substation, JG Strydom Switching Station affecting Weltevredenpark and Allen’s Nek has been halted and will continue tomorrow due to challenges faced during the repair process.
    source
  6. Reported - Wed, 19 Aug, 03:11
    An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Weltevredenpark, and a team has been dispatched to investigate the cause.
    source
  7. Update - Wed, 19 Aug, 08:55
    The technical team is on site and has resumed repairs for the Christiaan De Wet Substation, JG Strydom Switching Station, Crossberry distributor, affecting Weltevredenpark and Allen’s Nek.
    source
  8. Update - Wed, 19 Aug, 18:43
    Repairs are complete at Christiaan De Wet Substation, JG Strydom Switching Station, and the team will conduct tests before commencing restoration to Weltevredenpark, Allen’s Nek, and surrounding areas.
    source
  9. Reported - Wed, 19 Aug, 18:47
    The outage affecting Lufhereng and surrounding areas will be attended after Christiaan De Wet Substation, JG Strydom Switching Station, Crossberry Distributor.
    source
  10. Restored - Wed, 19 Aug, 21:27
    Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Weltevredenpark and Allen’s Nek.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Other outages in this area

Reports from nearby suburbs in the same City Power service area. Not necessarily affecting Eagle Canyon directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today6 active

Updated 4m ago
🔧 Investigating3d ago- Roodepoort
The team is currently on site at Lufhereng Substation's Monee Distributor awaiting assistance to resume repairs in Lufhereng.
Lufhereng
Cause: Multiple cable faultssource
Timeline (5 updates)
  1. Reported - Tue, 18 Aug, 12:59
    City Power is aware of an unplanned power interruption affecting Lea Glen, and operators will investigate the cause.
    source
  2. Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 12:22
    The team is on site investigating the cause of the power outage affecting Lufhereng and surrounding areas.
    source
  3. Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 17:10
    An outage affecting Lufhereng, originating from Lufhereng Substation, is due to multiple cable faults, leaving 16 load centres without power.
    source
  4. Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 17:17
    An outage affecting Lufhereng is due to multiple cable faults identified on the system, with 16 load centers remaining off until repairs are completed.
    source
  5. Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 12:25
    The team is currently on site at Lufhereng Substation's Monee Distributor awaiting assistance to resume repairs in Lufhereng.
    source
⚡ Active6h ago- Roodepoort
LV cables have been stolen in Wilgeheuwel, and the LV team will attend to the affected area to carry out necessary repairs.
Wilgeheuwel
Cause: Cable theftsource
🔧 Investigating2d ago- Roodepoort
A team will be assigned to carry out necessary repairs and material is being sourced for an outage at Panorama Switching Station's Mosterboom Distributor, affecting Weltevredenpark.
PanoramaWeltevreden ParkWilroParkWeltevredenpark
Cause: Equipment faultsource
Timeline (5 updates)
  1. Reported - Wed, 19 Aug, 08:50
    A fault has been identified on the local RMU and transformer at Monte Carlo Substation, affecting customers in Weltevredenpark via the Mosterboom Distributor of Panorama Switching Station.
    source
  2. Reported - Wed, 19 Aug, 10:02
    A service provider has been assigned to address an outage at Panorama Switching Station's Mosterboom Distributor in Weltevredenpark, and materials are being collected.
    source
  3. Reported - Wed, 19 Aug, 12:17
    An outage at Panorama Switching Station's Mosterboom Distributor is affecting customers in Wilropark, with a service provider assigned and materials to be collected.
    source
  4. Update - Wed, 19 Aug, 13:33
    A service provider has been assigned and materials are being collected for repairs at Panorama Switching Station's Mosterboom Distributor, affecting Weltevredenpark.
    source
  5. Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 11:03
    A team will be assigned to carry out necessary repairs and material is being sourced for an outage at Panorama Switching Station's Mosterboom Distributor, affecting Weltevredenpark.
    source
🔧 Investigating12h ago- Roodepoort
A stolen cable has been identified at Dolce, affecting Wilgeheuwel. Repairs will commence once the cable has been replaced.
Wilgeheuwel
Cause: Cable theftsource
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 21 Aug, 06:20
    An unplanned power interruption is affecting Wilgeheuwel and surrounding areas, and operators will be dispatched to investigate the cause.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 10:57
    A stolen cable has been identified at Dolce, affecting Wilgeheuwel. Repairs will commence once the cable has been replaced.
    source
⚡ Active1d ago- Roodepoort
An unplanned power interruption is affecting Allen's Nek and Weltevreden Park, and operators will be dispatched to investigate the cause.
Allen's NekWeltevreden Park
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Report a Power Outage in Eagle Canyon

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Eagle Canyon?

How long a power outage in Eagle Canyon takes to fix depends on what caused it. These are the typical restoration times for the three fault categories City Power handles.

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Eagle Canyon fixed within 4-8 hours. Minor faults (tripped circuit) take 2-4 hours.
Cable theft
12-48 hours to repair, especially if specialised equipment is needed.
Planned work
City Power notifies Eagle Canyon residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.

Power Outage History for Eagle Canyon (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting Eagle Canyon in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Ridge Road Switching Station substation (6 of 10). The most common cause was cable fault.

DateDurationSubstationCauseAlso affected
04 Aug 202613.2hRidge Rd Substation-Laser Park, Honeydew
21 Jul 20261.1hKloofendaal Substation, Christiaan De Wet Substation, JG Strydom Switching Station, Ridge Road Switching Station, Panorama Switching Station, Wilgeheuwel Switching Station, Eagle Canyon Switching Station, Boothill Switching Station, Rhinoceros Switching StationoverloadPanorama, Wilgeheuwel
17 Jul 20261.1dChristiaan De Wet Substationcable faultLaser Park, Honeydew
16 Jul 2026-Ridge Road Substationcable faultLaser Park, Honeydew
08 Jul 20262.4dRidge Road Switching Stationcable faultLaser Park
23 Jun 202626mRidge Road Switching Station-Laser Park
22 Jun 2026-Ridge Road Switching Station-Laser Park
19 Jun 2026-Ridge Road Switching Station--
18 Jun 2026-Ridge Road Switching Stationequipment fault-
17 Jun 202611.2hRidge Road Switching Stationoverload-

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Eagle Canyon

Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Eagle Canyon.

  • Switch off appliances at the wall to prevent damage from power surges when electricity returns.
  • Leave one light switched on so you know when power is restored.
  • Keep fridges and freezers closed - food stays cold for 4-6 hours if unopened.
  • Use battery-powered lights instead of candles to reduce fire risk.
  • Report the outage to City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 if it has not been reported yet.

Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Eagle Canyon

Is there a power outage in Eagle Canyon right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Eagle Canyon, Johannesburg. This page updates every 10 minutes with live data from City Power. If your power is off, report it by calling 0114907484 / 0860562874.

How do I report a power outage in Eagle Canyon?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in Eagle Canyon. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.

How long do power outages last in Eagle Canyon?

Most unplanned power outages in Eagle Canyon are fixed within 4-8 hours. Minor faults like tripped circuits are often restored in 2-4 hours. Major faults from cable theft or equipment damage can take 12-48 hours. Planned maintenance typically lasts 6-10 hours during the day.

When will the electricity be back on in Eagle Canyon?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Eagle Canyon right now. If your power is off, the issue may be local to your street or property. Call 0114907484 / 0860562874 or check this page again - it updates every 10 minutes with live electricity restoration data from City Power.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Eagle Canyon?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Eagle Canyon is experiencing an unplanned power outage - not load shedding. Load shedding follows a fixed timetable, while power outages are caused by faults, cable theft, or equipment failure. Check Eagle Canyon load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in Eagle Canyon?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Eagle Canyon. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.

OurPower is an independent live tracker. We are not affiliated with City Power or the City of Johannesburg. This page reads public information that City Power publishes and translates it into plain language. For official updates, contact City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 or citypower.co.za.

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