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Power Outage in Lombardy East ( West Side ), Johannesburg

No power outage reported in Lombardy East ( West Side ) by City Power
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Power Outages Affecting Lombardy East ( West Side )

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✅ Restoredreported 6d ago• 145h 22m- Alexandra
Power supply is fully restored to customers in Rembrandt Park after a cable fault caused an outage yesterday.
River ParkLombardy EastRembrandt ParkFar East BankWest BankAlexandraTsutsumani Ext 7Tsutsumani Ext 8TsutsumaniTsutsumani Ext 09Tsutsumani Ext 10
Cause: Faulty cableETA: Sun, 04 Oct, 17:00source
Timeline (26 updates)
  1. Reported - Tue, 29 Sept, 11:07
    An emergency isolation is in effect at Alexandra Substation due to theft and vandalism, affecting customers in River Park, Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, Far East Bank, West Bank, Tsutsumani Extension 07 to Extension 10, and 1st to 22nd Avenue between London Road Hofmeyer Street, with no estimated restoration time available.
    source
  2. Reported - Tue, 29 Sept, 11:27
    An unplanned power interruption at Alexandra Substation is affecting customers in Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, Tsutsumani Extension 8, and Tsutsumani Extension 7 due to theft and vandalism.
    source
  3. Update - Tue, 29 Sept, 14:15
    An outage at Alexandra Substation, affecting Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, Tsutsumani Extension 8, and Tsutsumani Extension 7, is due to theft and vandalism, and operators are on site assessing the damage.
    source
  4. Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 12:25
    The protection team is inspecting Alexandra Substation after theft and vandalism, affecting customers on various avenues, Lombardy East, Tsutsumani Extensions 7 to 10, Rembrandt Park, River Park, West Bank, and Far East Bank.
    source
  5. Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 12:59
    The team has started working on the transformer at Alexandra Substation and will proceed with repairs to other affected equipment, affecting customers from 1st to 22nd Avenue between London Road and Hofmeyer Street, Tsutsumani Extensions 7 to 10, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East, River Park, West Bank, and Far East Bank.
    source
  6. Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 15:23
    Work on the isolated transformer is underway at Alexandra Substation following damaged equipment, affecting customers along 1st to 22nd Avenue, River Park, West Bank, Tsutsumani Extensions 09 and 10, Lombardy East, Far East Bank, Rembrandt Park, and Tsutsumani Extensions 07 and 08. Inclement weather may cause delays.
    source
  7. Restored - Wed, 30 Sept, 18:59
    The team is repairing an isolated transformer and a vandalized transformer at Alexandra Substation, with power anticipated to be fully restored tomorrow morning by 09h00.
    source
  8. Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 20:21
    Technicians are working on a transformer and other damaged equipment; repairs are underway for affected areas including Tsutsumani, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East, River Park, West Bank, and Far East Bank.
    source
  9. Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 20:34
    Technicians are working on a transformer and other damaged equipment, with power supply anticipated to be restored tomorrow morning around 09h00.
    source
  10. Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 11:34
    Testing at Alexandra Substation, delayed due to flat batteries, has resumed with a generator, while repairs to an isolated transformer continue, affecting customers along 1st to 22nd Avenue between London Road and Hofmeyer Street, River Park, Far East Bank, West Bank, Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, and Tsutsumani Extensions 07 to 10.
    source
  11. Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 11:56
    Testing was delayed due to flat batteries but has resumed with a generator, while repairs to the isolated transformer continue, affecting customers in River Park, Far East Bank, West Bank, Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, and Tsutsumani Extensions 07 to 10.
    source
  12. Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 15:37
    Repairs and further testing continue at Alexandra Substation.
    source
  13. Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 20:20
    There is an outage update for Alexandra Substation.
    source
  14. Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 20:39
    Repairs have been completed at Alexandra Substation, and the team is conducting final tests before restoring Transformer 4.
    source
  15. Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 22:37
    An outage at Alexandra Substation is due to two damaged transformers, with one restored and repairs in progress on the second, affecting customers along 1st to 22nd Avenue between London Road and Hofmeyer Street, Tsutsumani, Extensions 07 to 10, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East, River Park, West Bank and Far East Bank.
    source
  16. Update - Fri, 02 Oct, 11:03
    Repairs are progressing at Alexandra Substation; some customers in parts of 1st to 22nd Avenue, between London Road and Hofmeyer Street, River Park, Far East Bank, West Bank, Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, Tsutsumani, and Extensions 07 to 10 remain without power due to additional repair requirements.
    source
  17. Update - Fri, 02 Oct, 14:15
    Approximately 50% of the power supply has been restored to customers in parts of 1st to 22nd Avenue between London Road and Hofmeyer Street, River Park, Far East Bank, West Bank, Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, and Tsutsumani Extensions 07 to 10, with an estimated restoration time of Sunday evening, 04 October 2026.
    source
  18. Update - Fri, 02 Oct, 16:01
    Repair work at Alexandra Substation has been halted due to a protest, affecting power supply to customers in parts of 1st to 22nd Avenue between London Road and Hofmeyer Street, River Park, Far East Bank, West Bank, Lombardy East, Rembrandt Park, and Tsutsumani Extensions 07 to 10.
    source
  19. Update - Fri, 02 Oct, 20:35
    Repairs at Alexandra Substation have resumed after protest disruption.
    source
  20. Update - Sat, 03 Oct, 12:15
    Alexandra Substation has an outage update.
    source
  21. Update - Sun, 04 Oct, 08:50
    Power supply is partially restored at Alexandra Substation; however, two distributors tripped upon restoration, affecting customers in Lombardy East, Far East Bank, River Park, and Rembrandt Park.
    source
  22. Update - Sun, 04 Oct, 11:52
    Power supply is partially restored at Alexandra Substation, but two distributors tripped, affecting customers in Lombardy East, Far East Bank, River Park, and Rembrandt Park.
    source
  23. Update - Sun, 04 Oct, 15:15
    Power supply is restored to customers in Far East Bank and part of River Park, while repairs are underway for Lombardy East and Rembrandt Park.
    source
  24. Update - Sun, 04 Oct, 21:23
    The team is on site, and repairs are still underway in Lombardy East and Rembrandt Park.
    source
  25. Update - Mon, 05 Oct, 11:07
    Repairs have been completed at Alexandra Substation, and the team will conduct final tests after completing the task.
    source
  26. Restored - Mon, 05 Oct, 12:29
    Power supply is fully restored to customers in Rembrandt Park after a cable fault caused an outage yesterday.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Lombardy East ( West Side )?

How long a power outage in Lombardy East ( West Side ) 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 Lombardy East ( West Side ) 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 Lombardy East ( West Side ) residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.

Power Outage History for Lombardy East ( West Side ) (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 5 outages affecting Lombardy East ( West Side ) in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Alexandra Substation substation (4 of 5). The most common cause was cable fault.

DateTime to restorationSubstationCauseAlso affected
22 Sept 2026-Sebenza Substationplanned maintenanceFar East Bank, Alexandra Extensions 1, Alexandra Extensions 3, Alexandra Extensions 4 +91 more
20 Sept 20261.6dAlexandra Substationcable faultAlexandra
30 Aug 2026-Alexandra Substationcable faultRembrandt Park, Alexandra
27 Aug 2026-Alexandra Substationcable faultAlexandra, Rembrandt Park
24 Aug 20262.1dAlexandra Substationcable faultRembrandt Park, Alexandra

Time to restoration is measured from when the outage was first reported, not from when it began.

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Lombardy East ( West Side )

Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Lombardy East ( West Side ).

  • 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 Lombardy East ( West Side )

Is there a power outage in Lombardy East ( West Side ) right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Lombardy East ( West Side ), 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 Lombardy East ( West Side )?

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

How long do power outages last in Lombardy East ( West Side )?

Most unplanned power outages in Lombardy East ( West Side ) 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 Lombardy East ( West Side )?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Lombardy East ( West Side ) 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 Lombardy East ( West Side )?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Lombardy East ( West Side ) 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 Lombardy East ( West Side ) load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in Lombardy East ( West Side )?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Lombardy East ( West Side ). You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.

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