Power Outage in Roodepoort CBD, Johannesburg
Power Outages Affecting Roodepoort CBD
Updated 5m ago- Reported - Tue, 29 Sept, 12:32An unplanned loss of power supply is affecting customers in Florida North, Florida View, Maraisburg, Florida Ext 2, Florida Ext 3, Florida View, Florida Park, Florida Hills, Maraisburg, Lower Maraisburg and Unified. Operators will be dispatched to investigate.source
- Reported - Tue, 29 Sept, 14:37The team is on site at Florida North Substation awaiting the protection team to investigate the root cause of the power loss affecting customers in Florida North, Florida View, Maraisburg, Florida Ext 2, Florida Ext 3, Florida Park, Florida Hills, Lower Maraisburg and Unified. Inclement weather conditions could affect response times.source
- Reported - Tue, 29 Sept, 20:41An outage at Florida North Substation is affecting Florida North, Florida View, Maraisburg, Florida Ext 2, Florida Ext 3, Florida Park, Florida Hills, Lower Maraisburg and Unified. Inclement weather may delay repairs.source
- Update - Tue, 29 Sept, 21:52Our protection team is on site attending to an outage at Florida North Substation, affecting Florida North, Florida View, Maraisburg, Florida Ext 2, Florida Ext 3, Florida Park, Florida Hills, Lower Maraisburg and Unified; repairs and restoration may be delayed due to inclement weather.source
- Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 10:17Roodepoort operators and the Protection team are still on site at Florida North Substation trying to locate the cause of a trip affecting various areas, with challenging weather conditions delaying repairs.source
- Restored - Wed, 30 Sept, 15:00Full supply has been restored to affected areas following an outage caused by moisture on the infrastructure.source
- Restored - Wed, 30 Sept, 17:58The outage impacting customers in Florida North, Florida Ext 2 and 3, Maraisburg, Lower Maraisburg, Unified, and Florida Park was resolved at 15h00 today.source
- Reported - Wed, 30 Sept, 09:18Operators are on site investigating the supply loss in the Roodepoort Substation area, affecting Vermooten Road and Princess. Inclement weather may delay repairs and restorations.source
- Restored - Wed, 30 Sept, 12:12Full power supply has been restored to customers in Princess and Vermooten Road at Roodepoort Substation following a cable fault.source
- Reported - Wed, 30 Sept, 06:43An unplanned loss of power supply at Florida Substation is affecting customers in Florida South on Maud Street, Janet Street, Albertina Sisulu, Hebbard, Eitemal, Uys Krige, Kathleen, Naomi, Ninth Avenue, Seventh Avenue, and Eighth Avenue, with investigations to follow.source
- Reported - Wed, 30 Sept, 09:52Inclement weather conditions may delay repairs and restorations to an outage at Florida Substation affecting customers in Florida South on Kathleen Street, Maud Street, Janet Street, Albertina Sisulu, Hebbard, Eitemal, Uys Krige, Naomi, Ninth Avenue, Seventh Avenue, and Eighth Avenue. The technical team found that the Kathleen Street mini substation tripped, and operators have been requested to prioritize this outage due to six medium voltage outages in Roodepoort today.source
- Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 22:5691% of power supply has been restored to customers in Florida South due to a faulty cable, with some load centers remaining off for repairs.source
- Reported - Thu, 01 Oct, 08:21Operators are on site locating cable faults between Uys Krige No 1 and Uys Krige No 2, and between Skchoeman Sub and Naomi mini substation, affecting Maud Street, Janet Street, Albertina Sisulu, Hebbard, Eitemal, Uys Krige, Kathleen, Naomi, Ninth Avenue, Seventh Avenue and Eighth Avenue in Florida South.source
- Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 09:48At Florida Substation, the cable between Uys Krige No 1 and Uys Krige No 2 is clear, and supply will be restored today; however, the transformer at Naomi Street mini substation is faulty and needs replacement, affecting Maud Street, Janet Street, Albertina Sisulu, Hebbard, Eitemal, Uys Krige, Kathleen, Naomi, Ninth Avenue, Seventh Avenue, and Eighth Avenue.source
- Update - Thu, 01 Oct, 12:09Power supply has been restored between Uys Krige No 1 and Uys Krige No 2, but customers on Naomi Street will remain off until infrastructure replacement due to a faulty transformer in the mini substation. This outage affects multiple streets in Florida.source
Report a Power Outage in Roodepoort CBD
Is your power off in Roodepoort CBD? Report it to City Power so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Roodepoort CBD?
How long a power outage in Roodepoort CBD 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 Roodepoort CBD 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 Roodepoort CBD residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.
Power Outage History for Roodepoort CBD (Last 90 Days)
City Power reported 10 outages affecting Roodepoort CBD in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the President Square Switching Station substation (3 of 10). The most common cause was cable fault.
| Date | Time to restoration | Substation | Cause | Also affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sept 2026 | - | Panorama Drive mini substation | theft and vandalism | Panorama |
| 19 Sept 2026 | - | President Square Switching Station | cable fault | - |
| 19 Sept 2026 | - | - | - | - |
| 17 Sept 2026 | 20.2h | Manufacta Substation | cable fault | Roodepoort West, Manufacta |
| 08 Sept 2026 | 1.3d | Peter Road Substation | cable theft | - |
| 02 Sept 2026 | - | - | - | - |
| 02 Sept 2026 | - | - | community engagement | Honeydew |
| 13 Aug 2026 | - | President Square Switching Station | vandalism | - |
| 11 Aug 2026 | - | Transport Switching Station | weather | - |
| 11 Aug 2026 | - | President Square Switching Station | vandalism | - |
Time to restoration is measured from when the outage was first reported, not from when it began.
What to Do During a Power Outage in Roodepoort CBD
Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Roodepoort CBD.
- 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 Roodepoort CBD
Is there a power outage in Roodepoort CBD right now?
No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Roodepoort CBD, 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 Roodepoort CBD?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in Roodepoort CBD. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.
How long do power outages last in Roodepoort CBD?
Most unplanned power outages in Roodepoort CBD 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 Roodepoort CBD?
City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Roodepoort CBD 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 Roodepoort CBD?
If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Roodepoort CBD 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 Roodepoort CBD load shedding schedule
What number do I call for City Power in Roodepoort CBD?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Roodepoort CBD. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.
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- Roodepoort CBD Load Shedding Schedule
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- Johannesburg Power Outage History
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