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Power Outage in The Crags, Western Cape

Power outage in The Crags - reported 5 hours ago
vandalism, theft
Last checked: 15 Aug 2026, 12:16
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Power off in The Crags? Tell neighbours so others know.

Current power outages affecting The Crags

Activevandalism, theftReported 5 hours ago
Started: today 07:11

Electricity supply has been disrupted in the Plettenberg Bay area due to infrastructure vandalism and conductor theft.

Areas covered
The CragsKurlandNature’s ValleyAskopRedfordCovie
Activecopper theftReported 6 hours ago
Started: today 06:48

Copper theft has disrupted electricity supply in The Crags, Kurland, Nature’s Valley, Askop, Redford and Covie in the Plettenberg Bay area.

Areas covered
The CragsKurlandNature’s ValleyAskopRedfordCovie

Report a Power Outage in The Crags

Is your power off in The Crags and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.

08600 37566 (Eskom contact centre)
Or via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app.

When Will Electricity Come Back in The Crags?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in The Crags 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 The Crags

Is there a power outage in The Crags right now?

Yes, a power outage is currently reported in The Crags. See the live status above for the latest cause and any restoration estimate.

How do I report a power outage in The Crags?

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 The Crags?

See the live status above for the latest estimate. Most unplanned outages restore within 4-8 hours; faults needing equipment replacement can take 12-48 hours.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in The Crags?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, The Crags is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.

OurPower is an independent information site. We are not affiliated with Eskom. This page reads public Eskom outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call Eskom on 08600 37566.
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