Power Outage in Fontana Farm, KwaZulu-Natal
Planned power maintenance scheduled for Fontana Farm
On 13 Nov, until 20:00
Checked Eskom at 20:53 SAST
Recent power outages affecting Fontana Farm
Electricity supply to Greenpoint, Umgababa, Ilfracombe, Fontana Farm and Prasa areas will be interrupted on 2026-11-13 from 6am to 8pm due to planned maintenance of Widenham transformer.
- First reported - 10 Nov, 15:03
- Expected restoration - 13 Nov, 20:00
Report a Power Outage in Fontana Farm
Is your power off in Fontana Farm and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Fontana Farm?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Fontana Farm restore within 4-8 hours; a tripped feeder in 2-4 hours.
- Cable theft / vandalism
- 12-48 hours where a substation or mini-sub must be repaired.
- Storm damage
- Depends on access and number of faults; widespread damage can take over a day.
Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Fontana Farm
Is there a power outage in Fontana Farm right now?
No power outage is currently reported for Fontana Farm. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 08600 37566.
How do I report a power outage in Fontana Farm?
Call Eskom on 08600 37566, via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app. Give your account number and address.
When will the electricity be back on in Fontana Farm?
There is no active outage in Fontana Farm right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 08600 37566 to log it.
Is it load shedding or a power outage in Fontana Farm?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Fontana Farm is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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