Power Outage in Lyndhurst, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in Lyndhurst by City Power

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Power Outages Affecting Lyndhurst

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✅ Restoredreported 10d ago• 94h 16m- Alexandra

Repairs have been completed and power has been fully restored to customers in Lyndhurst, following an outage which was caused by a cable fault.

Rembrandt ParkLyndhurstGresswoldSunningdaleBramley ParkWynberg

Cause: Faulty cablesource

Timeline (19 updates)

Reported - Wed, 13 May, 20:52
An outage is affecting customers in Rembrandt Park. Operators have been notified and will be dispatched to investigate the cause of the outage.
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Update - Thu, 14 May, 06:53
The test branch team is on site locating the fault affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
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Update - Thu, 14 May, 07:37
The fault has been successfully located in Lyndhurst, and a contractor will be appointed for the repairs.
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Update - Thu, 14 May, 08:32
The test branch team is on site locating the fault affecting Boero Road, Juliana Road, and Minerva Road in Bramley Park. The supply remains at 90% restored until work is complete.
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Update - Thu, 14 May, 09:38
The outage from a double fault affecting Boero Road, Juliana Road, and Minerva Road in Bramley Park has had both faults located, and a contractor will be attending to the necessary repairs. The supply remains at 90% restored until work is complete.
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Update - Thu, 14 May, 09:50
Approximately 45% of the power supply has been restored to customers in Wynberg. Operators are on site investigating further.
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Restored - Thu, 14 May, 10:27
Full supply has been restored to customers in Wynberg.
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Update - Thu, 14 May, 19:34
A further fault was identified at Gresswold Substation, affecting Lyndhurst, and testing is scheduled for tomorrow.
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Update - Fri, 15 May, 11:15
Supply remains 90% restored in Bramley Park as cable jointing commences due to a double fault.
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Update - Fri, 15 May, 13:36
During testing, the cable has meggered clear. The contractor will begin jointing the cable.
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Update - Fri, 15 May, 18:16
The team is busy with the last cable jointing for Gresswold Substation, affecting Lyndhurst and Sunningdale Rembrandt Park; tests will follow before restoration.
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Update - Sat, 16 May, 10:33
The test branch team is currently on site locating the fault affecting customers in Lyndhurst and Rembrandt Park.
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Update - Sat, 16 May, 14:32
Full supply has not been restored to Lyndhurst and surrounding areas. All required materials have arrived on site and the appointed contractor is currently busy with repairs.
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Update - Sat, 16 May, 18:56
Repairs have been completed, and operators are on site doing final tests before restoration can take place to customers in Lyndhurst.
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Update - Sat, 16 May, 20:48
Operators are having trouble locking and closing the switch at Gresswold Substation, affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
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Restored - Sun, 17 May, 08:20
Power has been fully restored to customers in Lyndhurst after a cable fault.
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Update - Sun, 17 May, 08:40
Power tripped post restorations, affecting customers in Lyndhurst. Operators are currently on site busy with investigations.
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Update - Sun, 17 May, 17:59
The contractor is still on site busy with repairs due to a faulty cable affecting customers.
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Restored - Sun, 17 May, 19:07
Repairs have been completed and power has been fully restored to customers in Lyndhurst, following an outage which was caused by a cable fault.
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Earlier This Week (no recent update)

⏸ No recent updatereported 6d ago• 50h 31m (no follow-up)- Alexandra

Gresswold Substation: The team is on site investigating the cause of the outage affecting customers in Sandringham, Sydenham, and Linksfield.

LyndhurstRembrandt ParkGresswoldSunningdaleSandringhamSydenhamLinksfield

Cause: Faulty cablesource

Timeline (5 updates)

Update - Sun, 17 May, 09:57
Investigations have been completed, and the outage is due to a cable fault. The Test Branch team has been requested to assist with locating the fault, while the appointed contractor has been requested on site to carry out repairs. This outage is affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
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Update - Sun, 17 May, 12:27
The appointed contractor is currently on site exposing the faulty cable for repairs on the outage affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
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Update - Sun, 17 May, 14:32
The cable is now testing clear on both sides, and the appointed contractor is awaiting the required cable to arrive on site before repairs can commence in Lyndhurst.
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Update - Sun, 17 May, 15:15
The required cable has arrived on site and the appointed contractor is currently carrying out repairs. We acknowledge the impact of this outage on customers.
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Update - Tue, 19 May, 12:27
Gresswold Substation: The team is on site investigating the cause of the outage affecting customers in Sandringham, Sydenham, and Linksfield.
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Other outages in this area

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

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🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra

Repairs were completed on the Napier Road Distributor at Alexandra Substation, but tests failed due to a further fault; a test branch will be requested tomorrow to assist in locating it, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.

Far East BankTsutsumaniEast BankAlexandra

Cause: Further faultsource

Timeline (6 updates)

Reported - Fri, 22 May, 06:06
Operators will be dispatched to investigate the loss of supply affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
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Update - Fri, 22 May, 09:52
Due to technical challenges, operators have experienced delays in attending to the outage affecting customers in Far East Bank, Tsutsumani.
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Update - Fri, 22 May, 23:20
90% of power has been restored to customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani. The remaining percentage is without power due to an existing fault, and the team will attend to it in the morning.
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Update - Sat, 23 May, 08:16
The restoration efforts are still at 90% following a power interruption attributed to a cable fault, affecting customers in Far East Bank, Tsutsumani. The test branch team is enroute to site to locate the fault.
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Update - Sat, 23 May, 09:11
A test branch successfully located a fault at Alexandra Substation's Napier Road Distributor, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani, and a service provider has been requested for repairs.
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Update - Sat, 23 May, 18:58
Repairs were completed on the Napier Road Distributor at Alexandra Substation, but tests failed due to a further fault; a test branch will be requested tomorrow to assist in locating it, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
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⚡ Active5h ago- Alexandra

An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Vasco, and a team has been informed to investigate the cause.

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⚡ Active15h ago- Alexandra

An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Fairways, Illovo, Melrose, and Athol, and operators have been dispatched to investigate the cause.

FairwaysIllovoMelrose

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🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra

Power supply is partially restored, affecting customers in Vasco, 3rd Avenue to 9th Avenue Joe Nhlanhla Street, due to an overload.

Vasco Da Gama

Cause: Overloadsource

Timeline (2 updates)

Reported - Fri, 22 May, 16:16
We are aware of an unplanned power interruption affecting customers in Vasco. The team has been informed to investigate the cause of the outage. Further details will be communicated as soon as new information becomes available. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
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Update - Fri, 22 May, 19:11
Power supply is partially restored, affecting customers in Vasco, 3rd Avenue to 9th Avenue Joe Nhlanhla Street, due to an overload.
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Upcoming Planned Power Outages

📅 Planned1d ago- Alexandra

Emergency maintenance power interruption at Gresswold Substation is scheduled for Monday, 25 May 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00.

Kew SouthKew CentralAtholSunningdaleBramley GardensBramleyBramley ViewWynberg Ext: 1Wynberg Ext: 2GlenhazelLombardy EastLinksfield North Ext: 7Linksfield North Ext: 8Linksfield North Ext: 9Linksfield North Ext: 10Linksfield North Ext: 11SilvamonteCrystal GardensWynberg NorthWynberg EastWynberg WestPretoria MainRembrandt Park

Cause: Planned maintenanceETA: Mon, 25 May, 17:00source

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Lyndhurst?

How long a power outage in Lyndhurst 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 Lyndhurst 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 Lyndhurst residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.

Power Outage History for Lyndhurst (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 4 outages affecting Lyndhurst in the last 90 days, totalling 236.6 hours without power. Average restoration time was 78.9 hours. Most faults traced back to the Gresswold Substation substation (3 of 4). The most common cause was cable fault.

Date	Duration	Substation	Cause	Also affected
04 May 2026	-	-	-	Glenhazel, Sunningdale
04 May 2026	3.6d	Gresswold Substation	cable fault	Glenhazel, Sunningdale, Corlett Gardens, Gresswold +1 more
02 May 2026	1.7d	Gresswold Substation	failed transformer	Rembrandt Park, Kew, Gresswold
27 Apr 2026	4.6d	Gresswold Substation	faulty transformer	Wynberg, Gresswold, Kew, Rembrandt Park +1 more

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Lyndhurst

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

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 Lyndhurst

Is there a power outage in Lyndhurst right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Lyndhurst, 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 Lyndhurst?

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

How long do power outages last in Lyndhurst?

Most unplanned power outages in Lyndhurst 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 Lyndhurst?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Lyndhurst 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 Lyndhurst?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Lyndhurst 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 Lyndhurst load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in Lyndhurst?

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

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