Planned power outage to affect Blackheath, Risidale, and Northcliff
The planned interruption is set for July 15, and will affect the suburbs of Blackheath, Risidale, and Northcliff.
Electricity will be cut from 08:30 in the morning until 16:00 in the afternoon, during which technicians will carry out essential work on the network.
According to City Power, this maintenance forms part of a broader effort to improve infrastructure reliability and ensure a more consistent supply of electricity across affected areas.
While the interruption is scheduled for a specific window, officials have advised residents to treat all electrical points as live throughout the day.
Power could be restored earlier than expected, depending on the progress of the work.
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