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Power Outage in Gresswold, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in Gresswold by City Power
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Power Outages Affecting Gresswold

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Recently Restored
✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 53h 49m- Alexandra
Power is fully restored to customers along Johannesburg Road and 1st to 4th Road in Kew. The outage was caused by a cable fault.
Bramley ViewLombardy WestCorlett GardensGresswoldKew
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (9 updates)
  1. Reported - Wed, 20 May, 09:29
    An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Bramley View, Lombardy West, and Corlett Gardens.
    source
  2. Reported - Wed, 20 May, 21:18
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor : Operators are on site investigating the cause of the outage affecting customers in Bramley View, Corlett Gardens, Lombardy West and surrounding areas.
    source
  3. Update - Wed, 20 May, 22:57
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor : Power supply has been restored up to 87%.
    source
  4. Update - Thu, 21 May, 08:25
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor: The test branch team is on-site locating the faults affecting customers in Bramley View, Lombardy West, and Corlett Gardens.
    source
  5. Update - Thu, 21 May, 10:05
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor: The fault has been successfully located and a contractor will be appointed for the necessary repairs.
    source
  6. Update - Thu, 21 May, 12:24
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor: A contractor has been appointed, and work is in progress on-site.
    source
  7. Update - Fri, 22 May, 09:22
    Power supply remains 87% restored due to delays in attending to a fault affecting customers in Bramley View, Lombardy West, and Corlett Gardens, with five load centres off until work is complete.
    source
  8. Update - Fri, 22 May, 11:40
    Outage update for Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor.
    source
  9. Restored - Fri, 22 May, 15:18
    Power is fully restored to customers along Johannesburg Road and 1st to 4th Road in Kew. The outage was caused by a cable fault.
    source
✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 25h 37m- Alexandra
Gresswold Substation, Pretoria Main Road Distributor: Power supply is fully restored to customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
WynbergKewGresswold
Timeline (3 updates)
  1. Reported - Wed, 20 May, 06:01
    Operators are en route to investigate the loss of supply affecting customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
    source
  2. Update - Wed, 20 May, 09:27
    Operators are on-site investigating the loss of supply affecting customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
    source
  3. Restored - Thu, 21 May, 07:38
    Gresswold Substation, Pretoria Main Road Distributor: Power supply is fully restored to customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
    source
✅ Restoredreported 4d ago• 27h 54m- InnerCity
Gresswold Substation, Sandringham Distributor: Power supply has been fully restored to all affected customers.
SandringhamSydenhamLinksfieldGresswold
Cause: Faultsource
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Update - Tue, 19 May, 17:42
    65% of power has been restored to customers at Sandringham, Sydenham, Linksfield. The remaining 35% will remain off until the fault is located and repaired.
    source
  2. Restored - Wed, 20 May, 21:36
    Gresswold Substation, Sandringham Distributor: Power supply has been fully restored to all affected customers.
    source
✅ Restoredreported 5d ago• 3h 14m- InnerCity
Full supply has been restored to customers at Silvamonte, Sydenham, and Sunningdale following a cable fault.
SydenhamSunningdaleGresswoldSandringham
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Mon, 18 May, 15:43
    We are aware of an outage affecting customers in Silvamonte and Sydenham.
    source
  2. Restored - Mon, 18 May, 18:57
    Full supply has been restored to customers at Silvamonte, Sydenham, and Sunningdale following a cable fault.
    source
✅ Restoredreported 10d ago• 94h 16m- Alexandra
Repairs have been completed and power has been fully restored to customers in Lyndhurst, following an outage which was caused by a cable fault.
Rembrandt ParkLyndhurstGresswoldSunningdaleBramley ParkWynberg
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (19 updates)
  1. Reported - Wed, 13 May, 20:52
    An outage is affecting customers in Rembrandt Park. Operators have been notified and will be dispatched to investigate the cause of the outage.
    source
  2. Update - Thu, 14 May, 06:53
    The test branch team is on site locating the fault affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
    source
  3. Update - Thu, 14 May, 07:37
    The fault has been successfully located in Lyndhurst, and a contractor will be appointed for the repairs.
    source
  4. Update - Thu, 14 May, 08:32
    The test branch team is on site locating the fault affecting Boero Road, Juliana Road, and Minerva Road in Bramley Park. The supply remains at 90% restored until work is complete.
    source
  5. Update - Thu, 14 May, 09:38
    The outage from a double fault affecting Boero Road, Juliana Road, and Minerva Road in Bramley Park has had both faults located, and a contractor will be attending to the necessary repairs. The supply remains at 90% restored until work is complete.
    source
  6. Update - Thu, 14 May, 09:50
    Approximately 45% of the power supply has been restored to customers in Wynberg. Operators are on site investigating further.
    source
  7. Restored - Thu, 14 May, 10:27
    Full supply has been restored to customers in Wynberg.
    source
  8. Update - Thu, 14 May, 19:34
    A further fault was identified at Gresswold Substation, affecting Lyndhurst, and testing is scheduled for tomorrow.
    source
  9. Update - Fri, 15 May, 11:15
    Supply remains 90% restored in Bramley Park as cable jointing commences due to a double fault.
    source
  10. Update - Fri, 15 May, 13:36
    During testing, the cable has meggered clear. The contractor will begin jointing the cable.
    source
  11. Update - Fri, 15 May, 18:16
    The team is busy with the last cable jointing for Gresswold Substation, affecting Lyndhurst and Sunningdale Rembrandt Park; tests will follow before restoration.
    source
  12. Update - Sat, 16 May, 10:33
    The test branch team is currently on site locating the fault affecting customers in Lyndhurst and Rembrandt Park.
    source
  13. Update - Sat, 16 May, 14:32
    Full supply has not been restored to Lyndhurst and surrounding areas. All required materials have arrived on site and the appointed contractor is currently busy with repairs.
    source
  14. Update - Sat, 16 May, 18:56
    Repairs have been completed, and operators are on site doing final tests before restoration can take place to customers in Lyndhurst.
    source
  15. Update - Sat, 16 May, 20:48
    Operators are having trouble locking and closing the switch at Gresswold Substation, affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
    source
  16. Restored - Sun, 17 May, 08:20
    Power has been fully restored to customers in Lyndhurst after a cable fault.
    source
  17. Update - Sun, 17 May, 08:40
    Power tripped post restorations, affecting customers in Lyndhurst. Operators are currently on site busy with investigations.
    source
  18. Update - Sun, 17 May, 17:59
    The contractor is still on site busy with repairs due to a faulty cable affecting customers.
    source
  19. Restored - Sun, 17 May, 19:07
    Repairs have been completed and power has been fully restored to customers in Lyndhurst, following an outage which was caused by a cable fault.
    source
Earlier This Week (no recent update)
⏸ No recent updatereported 6d ago• 50h 31m (no follow-up)- Alexandra
Gresswold Substation: The team is on site investigating the cause of the outage affecting customers in Sandringham, Sydenham, and Linksfield.
LyndhurstRembrandt ParkGresswoldSunningdaleSandringhamSydenhamLinksfield
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (5 updates)
  1. Update - Sun, 17 May, 09:57
    Investigations have been completed, and the outage is due to a cable fault. The Test Branch team has been requested to assist with locating the fault, while the appointed contractor has been requested on site to carry out repairs. This outage is affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
    source
  2. Update - Sun, 17 May, 12:27
    The appointed contractor is currently on site exposing the faulty cable for repairs on the outage affecting customers in Lyndhurst.
    source
  3. Update - Sun, 17 May, 14:32
    The cable is now testing clear on both sides, and the appointed contractor is awaiting the required cable to arrive on site before repairs can commence in Lyndhurst.
    source
  4. Update - Sun, 17 May, 15:15
    The required cable has arrived on site and the appointed contractor is currently carrying out repairs. We acknowledge the impact of this outage on customers.
    source
  5. Update - Tue, 19 May, 12:27
    Gresswold Substation: The team is on site investigating the cause of the outage affecting customers in Sandringham, Sydenham, and Linksfield.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Other outages in this area

Reports from nearby suburbs in the same City Power service area. Not necessarily affecting Gresswold directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today5 active

Updated 8m ago
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra
Repairs were completed on the Napier Road Distributor at Alexandra Substation, but tests failed due to a further fault; a test branch will be requested tomorrow to assist in locating it, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
Far East BankTsutsumaniEast BankAlexandra
Cause: Further faultsource
Timeline (6 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 22 May, 06:06
    Operators will be dispatched to investigate the loss of supply affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 22 May, 09:52
    Due to technical challenges, operators have experienced delays in attending to the outage affecting customers in Far East Bank, Tsutsumani.
    source
  3. Update - Fri, 22 May, 23:20
    90% of power has been restored to customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani. The remaining percentage is without power due to an existing fault, and the team will attend to it in the morning.
    source
  4. Update - Sat, 23 May, 08:16
    The restoration efforts are still at 90% following a power interruption attributed to a cable fault, affecting customers in Far East Bank, Tsutsumani. The test branch team is enroute to site to locate the fault.
    source
  5. Update - Sat, 23 May, 09:11
    A test branch successfully located a fault at Alexandra Substation's Napier Road Distributor, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani, and a service provider has been requested for repairs.
    source
  6. Update - Sat, 23 May, 18:58
    Repairs were completed on the Napier Road Distributor at Alexandra Substation, but tests failed due to a further fault; a test branch will be requested tomorrow to assist in locating it, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
    source
⚡ Active3h ago- Alexandra
The team is on-site investigating the cause of an outage at Cydna Substation's Fort Street Distributor, affecting customers in Fairlands, Illovo, and Athol.
FairlandsIllovo
⚡ Active5h ago- Alexandra
An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Vasco, and a team has been informed to investigate the cause.
Alexandra
⚡ Active15h ago- Alexandra
An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Fairways, Illovo, Melrose, and Athol, and operators have been dispatched to investigate the cause.
FairwaysIllovoMelrose
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra
Power supply is partially restored, affecting customers in Vasco, 3rd Avenue to 9th Avenue Joe Nhlanhla Street, due to an overload.
Vasco Da Gama
Cause: Overloadsource
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 22 May, 16:16
    We are aware of an unplanned power interruption affecting customers in Vasco. The team has been informed to investigate the cause of the outage. Further details will be communicated as soon as new information becomes available. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 22 May, 19:11
    Power supply is partially restored, affecting customers in Vasco, 3rd Avenue to 9th Avenue Joe Nhlanhla Street, due to an overload.
    source
Upcoming Planned Power Outages
📅 Planned1d ago- Alexandra
Emergency maintenance power interruption at Gresswold Substation is scheduled for Monday, 25 May 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00.
Kew SouthKew CentralAtholSunningdaleBramley GardensBramleyBramley ViewWynberg Ext: 1Wynberg Ext: 2GlenhazelLombardy EastLinksfield North Ext: 7Linksfield North Ext: 8Linksfield North Ext: 9Linksfield North Ext: 10Linksfield North Ext: 11SilvamonteCrystal GardensWynberg NorthWynberg EastWynberg WestPretoria MainRembrandt Park
Outage details
Cause: Planned maintenanceETA: Mon, 25 May, 17:00source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Gresswold?

How long a power outage in Gresswold 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 Gresswold 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 Gresswold residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.

Power Outage History for Gresswold (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 9 outages affecting Gresswold in the last 90 days, totalling 320.5 hours without power. Average restoration time was 40.1 hours. Most faults traced back to the Gresswold Substation substation (9 of 9). The most common cause was double fault.

DateDurationSubstationCauseAlso affected
15 May 20262.9hGresswold Substationdouble faultRembrandt Park, Sunningdale, Bramley Park
11 May 2026-Gresswold Substationdouble faultBramley Park, Bramley North, Wynberg
08 May 20261.2dGresswold Substationmultiple cable faultsWaverley, Savoy, Atholl, Bramley Park +1 more
04 May 20263.6dGresswold Substationcable faultGlenhazel, Lyndhurst, Sunningdale, Corlett Gardens +1 more
03 May 20261.7hGresswold Substationcable faultGlenhazel, Sunningdale
02 May 20261.7dGresswold Substationfailed transformerRembrandt Park, Kew, Lyndhurst
27 Apr 20264.6dGresswold Substationfaulty transformerWynberg, Lyndhurst, Kew, Rembrandt Park +1 more
22 Apr 20260mGresswold Substation-Alexandra, Linden, Bramley Park
19 Apr 20262.1dGresswold Substationburnt medium-voltage switch2nd Avenue, 9th Road, 10th Road, Alexandra +3 more

See the full Johannesburg power outage history →

What to Do During a Power Outage in Gresswold

Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Gresswold.

  • 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 Gresswold

Is there a power outage in Gresswold right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Gresswold, 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 Gresswold?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in Gresswold. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.

How long do power outages last in Gresswold?

Most unplanned power outages in Gresswold 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 Gresswold?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Gresswold 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 Gresswold?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Gresswold 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 Gresswold load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in Gresswold?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Gresswold. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.

OurPower is an independent live tracker. We are not affiliated with City Power or the City of Johannesburg. This page reads public information that City Power publishes and translates it into plain language. For official updates, contact City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 or citypower.co.za.

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