Power Outage in Banfield, Johannesburg
Power Outages Affecting Banfield
Updated 7m ago- Reported - Fri, 03 Jul, 03:11An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Bergbron and Quellerina. The team has been informed to investigate the cause of the outage.source
- Reported - Fri, 03 Jul, 08:14Three lengths of 33kV cable have been cut and stolen between Florida and Florida North, affecting customers in Florida Glen, Florida, Quellerina, Northcliff, Whiteridge, Maraisburg, and Industria North.source
- Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 12:37The team is sourcing a replacement 33kV cable that was stolen between Florida and Florida North, and another team is on site trenching for the cable replacement.source
- Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 20:41The team is still sourcing a replacement 33KV cable that was stolen between Florida and Florida North, and the replacement process will commence tomorrow after delivery.source
- Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 08:27An appointed contractor is on site repairing a cable fault affecting customers in Florida Glen, Quellerina, Northcliff, Whiteridge, Maraisburg, Industria North, and Delarey.source
- Restored - Sat, 04 Jul, 13:12Repairs for a cable fault at Florida Glen Substation, 7th Street Switching Station, Banfield Switching Station and Drankens Switching Station are ongoing, affecting customers in Florida Glen, Quellerina, Northcliff, Whiteridge, Maraisburg, Industria North, and Delarey, with an estimated restoration time of 17:00.source
- Restored - Sat, 04 Jul, 14:52Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Florida Glen, Quellerina, Northcliff, Whiteridge, Maraisburg, Industria North, and Delarey. The outage was caused by cable theft.source
Other outages in this area
Reports from nearby suburbs in the same City Power service area. Not necessarily affecting Banfield directly.
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Updated 7m ago- Reported - Mon, 06 Jul, 15:27An unplanned power outage at Christiaan De Wet Substation's Wilgeheuwel Switching Station is affecting customers in Wilgeheuwel, Little Falls, Strubensvalley, Honeydew, Honeypark, Ruimsig, Radiokop, and Honeydew Ridge, with operators on site investigating a further network fault after partial restoration.source
- Reported - Mon, 06 Jul, 17:50An existing cable fault is preventing the restoration of electricity to 11 load centres in the Wilgeheuwel supply area.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 11:42The technical team is on site and has located the fault at Wilgeheuwel Switching Station, and repairs are underway affecting multiple areas.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 17:49Our contractor is on site working on a deep buried cable fault, with digging continuing to reach and repair it.source
- Reported - Tue, 07 Jul, 08:17Operators are investigating the cause of a power outage at Rhinoceros Switching Station's Hendrik Potgieter Kiosk, affecting customers in Weltevreden Park and Constantia Kloof.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 12:27Power has been successfully restored to affected customers, though a fault remains between Street Light No. 100182 and Hendrik Potgieter No. 3, leaving one load centre off.source
Report a Power Outage in Banfield
Is your power off in Banfield? Report it to City Power so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Banfield?
How long a power outage in Banfield 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 Banfield 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 Banfield residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.
Power Outage History for Banfield (Last 90 Days)
City Power reported 3 outages affecting Banfield in the last 90 days, totalling 55.7 hours without power. Average restoration time was 55.7 hours. Most faults traced back to the Banfield Switching Station substation (2 of 3). The most common cause was mvc exploded.
| Date | Duration | Substation | Cause | Also affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Jun 2026 | - | Banfield Switching Station | - | Wilgeheuwel, Little Falls, Strubens Valley, Roodepoort |
| 09 May 2026 | - | Banfield Switching Station | MVC exploded | Florida Park, Florida Hills, Florida, Bergbron |
| 08 May 2026 | 2.3d | Florida Glen Substation | No fault found | Bergbron, Florida, White Ridge, Florida Glen +3 more |
What to Do During a Power Outage in Banfield
Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Banfield.
- 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 Banfield
Is there a power outage in Banfield right now?
No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Banfield, 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 Banfield?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in Banfield. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.
How long do power outages last in Banfield?
Most unplanned power outages in Banfield 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 Banfield?
City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Banfield 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 Banfield?
If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Banfield 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 Banfield load shedding schedule
What number do I call for City Power in Banfield?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Banfield. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.
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