Power Outage in George, Western Cape
Past outages in George
Outages previously reported for George in official notices, newest first.
- 04 Sept 2026 - no restoration notice was posted
Report a Power Outage in George
Is your power off in George and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in George?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in George 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 George
Is there a power outage in George right now?
No power outage is currently reported for George. 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 George?
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 George?
There is no active outage in George 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 George?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, George is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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