Power Outage in Parkview, Johannesburg

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Power outage in Parkview on Tuesday, 7 July 2026 at 09:20

Last checked: 9m ago

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Power off in Parkview? 8 reports in the last 24 hours.

Power Outages Affecting Parkview2 active

Updated 9m ago

⚡ Active10h ago

An unplanned power outage is affecting customers in Parkview and Westcliff, supplied by the Forest Town Switching Station's Parkview Westcliff 11kV distributor.

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🔧 Investigating1d ago- Hursthill

An appointed contractor is on site actively engaging in repairs to faulty cables affecting power supply to customers in Dandalus Street, Kerry Road, and Dandalk Avenue in Parkview.

ParkviewForest TownWestcliff

Cause: Faulty cablesource

Recently Restored

✅ Restoredreported 22h ago• 20h 4m- Hursthill

Power has been restored to customers in Parkview and Westcliff after an outage caused by a cable fault at Parkhurst Substation's Greenside South distributor.

ParkviewGreenside SouthParkhurstWestcliff

Cause: Faulty cableETA: Tue, 07 Jul, 17:00source

Timeline (3 updates)

Reported - Mon, 06 Jul, 21:13
An outage affecting customers in Greenside and Parkview is being investigated by operators at Parkhurst Substation Greenside South Distributor.
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Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 03:35
Customers in Parkview and Greenside are without power due to a cable fault from the Greenside South Distributor at Parkhurst Substation; a contractor will be appointed for repairs.
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Restored - Tue, 07 Jul, 17:17
Power has been restored to customers in Parkview and Westcliff after an outage caused by a cable fault at Parkhurst Substation's Greenside South distributor.
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✅ Restoredreported 11h ago• 0m- Hursthill

Full supply has been restored to customers in Greenside and parts of Parkview, following an outage caused by overload.

ParkviewGreenside SouthParkhurst

Cause: Overloadsource

✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 40h 43m- Hursthill

Full supply has been restored to customers on Englewold Drive, Aldswold Drive, Northwold Drive and Cotswold Drive after the stolen low voltage cable was replaced.

ParkviewMayfairForest TownWestcliffNorthwold

Cause: Cable theftETA: Sun, 05 Jul, 17:00source

Timeline (9 updates)

Reported - Sat, 04 Jul, 19:23
There is a power supply interruption affecting Parkview. Operators have been notified and will attend to the outage upon completion of current work in Mayfair.
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Reported - Sat, 04 Jul, 21:56
Operators are investigating the cause of an outage affecting Parkview at Forest Town Switching Station.
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Reported - Sun, 05 Jul, 09:32
Our team is investigating the cause of an outage affecting Parkview and surrounding areas from Forest Town Switching Station.
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Update - Sun, 05 Jul, 20:27
A cable fault has been located at Forest Town Switching Station, affecting customers in Parkview and Westcliff, and a contractor is yet to be appointed for repairs.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 08:00
The team is on site preparing to start repair work on a fault between RMU 01044 and MSS0 3783 at Forest Town Switching Station's Parkview Westcliff 11kV distributor, affecting customers in parts of Parkview.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:40
The technical team is on site replacing a stolen low voltage cable from the mini substation, with final checks and supply restoration to follow.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:54
The team remains on site preparing to repair two located cable faults, with a third cable fault to be located between TSS Kilkenny Road off Tyrone Road and MSS N805.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 12:02
Partial power supply has been restored in Parkview and Westcliff, while Dandalis Street, Kerry Road and Dandalk Avenue remain off due to a remaining fault.
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Restored - Mon, 06 Jul, 12:06
Full supply has been restored to customers on Englewold Drive, Aldswold Drive, Northwold Drive and Cotswold Drive after the stolen low voltage cable was replaced.
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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 Parkview directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today3 active

Updated 9m ago

🔧 Investigating3d ago- Hursthill

Approximately 140 meters of cables were burned inside the tunnel at Johnware Substation due to cable theft, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other streets in Selby.

MayfairSelby

Cause: Cable theftsource

Timeline (7 updates)

Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 10:40
Repairs are in progress at Johnware Substation's Forsburg South Distributor, affecting customers at Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 13:13
Repairs have been completed at Johnware Substation's Forsburg South Distributor, affecting customers at Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair; final tests are pending before restoration.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 17:00
Repairs are concluded in Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair, and the operation team will proceed with the restoration process.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 21:43
Supply has been 100% restored on Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair, following a faulty cable.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 19:39
The fault at Johnware Substation was located under the tunnel, and a contractor will carry out repairs tomorrow morning, affecting customers at Vlak Street, Scraper Street, and True Road in Selby.
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Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 12:04
Repairs are underway at Johnware Substation following a cable theft reported on Sunday, 05 July, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other possible streets in Selby.
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Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 14:01
Approximately 140 meters of cables were burned inside the tunnel at Johnware Substation due to cable theft, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other streets in Selby.
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⚡ Active7h ago- Hursthill

A flashed termination at Roosevelt Substation is affecting customers on Mendolssohn and Denis Reitz streets in Roosevelt Park; the team is assessing damages and will begin repairs after cleaning.

BerarioBlackheathEmmarentiaEmmerentia South

Cause: Flashed terminationsource

🔧 Investigating6d ago- Hursthill

A contractor has been appointed and material is being sourced for repairs at Hursthills Substation, Claremont 11kV distributor.

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Cause: Equipment faultsource

Timeline (9 updates)

Update - Wed, 01 Jul, 12:24
Latest updates are available regarding the Hursthill outage.
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Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 11:00
A replacement indoor transformer has been delivered to Hursthili Substation TSS Newlands for installation, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands following a previous explosion.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 10:32
Repairs are currently underway at Hurshill Substation (TSS Newlands), affecting customers at Italian Road, Stonewall Road, and Market Road in Newlands.
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Reported - Sat, 04 Jul, 18:36
Insulation at the Italian transformer substation was damaged by fire, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands. The repair team will resume work tomorrow morning.
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Reported - Sun, 05 Jul, 09:01
An outage is affecting customers in Claremont, and operators have been notified to investigate the cause.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:34
Repairs on a low voltage fault affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands have been completed, with final checks and supply restoration to follow.
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Reported - Mon, 06 Jul, 12:53
Infrastructure inside the transformer switching station exploded and caught alight during final checks on low voltage repairs, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 13:16
An explosion damaged two circuit breakers and leads from the transformer at Hursthull Substation's Claremont 11kV distributor, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road, and Market Road.
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Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 07:52
A contractor has been appointed and material is being sourced for repairs at Hursthills Substation, Claremont 11kV distributor.
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Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Parkview?

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

Power Outage History for Parkview (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 6 outages affecting Parkview in the last 90 days, totalling 22.5 hours without power. Average restoration time was 5.6 hours. Most faults traced back to the Forestown Switching Station substation (2 of 6). The most common cause was cable fault.

Date	Duration	Substation	Cause	Also affected
31 May 2026	0m	Forestown Switching Station	cable fault	Parkwood
30 May 2026	-	Forestown Switching Station	-	Parkwood
18 May 2026	0m	Forest Town Substation	-	Greenside, Westcliff, Forest Town
18 May 2026	5.5h	Parkhurst Substation	unplanned power interruption	Greenside, Forest Town, Westcliff, Parkhurst +2 more
07 May 2026	-	Forest Town Substation	faulty Ring Main Unit	Parkwood, Westcliff, Forest Town, Alexandra
07 May 2026	17h	Mayfair Substation	-	Forest Town, Parkwood, Westcliff, Mayfair +1 more

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Parkview

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

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 Parkview

Is there a power outage in Parkview right now?

Yes, there is currently a power outage reported in Parkview, Johannesburg. City Power is aware and working on restoration. Check the live updates above for the latest status and estimated restoration time.

How do I report a power outage in Parkview?

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

How long do power outages last in Parkview?

Most unplanned power outages in Parkview 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 Parkview?

For the active outage affecting electricity in Parkview, see the live update at the top of this page for City Power's latest restoration estimate. Most unplanned electricity outages in Parkview restore within 4-8 hours. Call 0114907484 / 0860562874 to confirm the ETA for your specific street.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Parkview?

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

What number do I call for City Power in Parkview?

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

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