Power Outage in Hyde Park, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in Hyde Park by City Power

There are 35 active power outages in other Johannesburg areas.

Last checked: 21m ago

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Power Outages Affecting Hyde Park

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✅ Restoredreported 2d ago• 5h- Alexandra

Repairs are complete and power has been restored to customers in Melville and Hyde Park via the Christophersen Distributor at Rosebank Substation following a cable fault.

MelvilleHyde ParkDunkeldRosebank

Cause: Faulty cableETA: Sun, 05 Jul, 17:00source

Timeline (2 updates)

Update - Sun, 05 Jul, 14:29
The fault has been located at Rosebank Substation's Christopherson Distributor and the contractor is on site conducting repairs, affecting customers in Melville and Hyde Park.
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Restored - Sun, 05 Jul, 19:29
Repairs are complete and power has been restored to customers in Melville and Hyde Park via the Christophersen Distributor at Rosebank Substation following a cable fault.
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✅ Restoredreported 4d ago• 22h 55m- Lenasia

Power has been restored to customers in Eldorado Park Ext 9 and Eldorado Park Proper, following a cable fault.

Eldorado ParkNancefieldPark Central

Cause: Faulty cablesource

Timeline (4 updates)

Reported - Fri, 03 Jul, 12:34
An outage is affecting customers in Eldorado Park Ext 9 and Eldorado Park Proper, and operators will be dispatched to investigate the cause.
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Reported - Fri, 03 Jul, 15:32
Operators are investigating the cause of an outage affecting customers in Eldorado Park Ext 9 and Eldorado Park Proper, fed by the Eldorado Park Central Distributor from Nancefield Substation.
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Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 20:16
Power has been restored up to 56% to customers in Eldorado Park Ext 9 and Eldorado Park Proper due to a cable fault, with further repair processes scheduled for the morning.
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Restored - Sat, 04 Jul, 11:29
Power has been restored to customers in Eldorado Park Ext 9 and Eldorado Park Proper, following a cable fault.
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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 Hyde Park directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today4 active

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🔧 Investigating3d ago- Hursthill

Approximately 140 meters of cables were burned inside the tunnel at Johnware Substation due to cable theft, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other streets in Selby.

MayfairSelby

Cause: Cable theftsource

Timeline (7 updates)

Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 10:40
Repairs are in progress at Johnware Substation's Forsburg South Distributor, affecting customers at Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 13:13
Repairs have been completed at Johnware Substation's Forsburg South Distributor, affecting customers at Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair; final tests are pending before restoration.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 17:00
Repairs are concluded in Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair, and the operation team will proceed with the restoration process.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 21:43
Supply has been 100% restored on Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair, following a faulty cable.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 19:39
The fault at Johnware Substation was located under the tunnel, and a contractor will carry out repairs tomorrow morning, affecting customers at Vlak Street, Scraper Street, and True Road in Selby.
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Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 12:04
Repairs are underway at Johnware Substation following a cable theft reported on Sunday, 05 July, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other possible streets in Selby.
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Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 14:01
Approximately 140 meters of cables were burned inside the tunnel at Johnware Substation due to cable theft, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other streets in Selby.
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⚡ Active8h ago- Hursthill

A flashed termination at Roosevelt Substation is affecting customers on Mendolssohn and Denis Reitz streets in Roosevelt Park; the team is assessing damages and will begin repairs after cleaning.

BerarioBlackheathEmmarentiaEmmerentia South

Cause: Flashed terminationsource

🔧 Investigating6d ago- Hursthill

A contractor has been appointed and material is being sourced for repairs at Hursthills Substation, Claremont 11kV distributor.

NewlandsClaremont

Cause: Equipment faultsource

Timeline (9 updates)

Update - Wed, 01 Jul, 12:24
Latest updates are available regarding the Hursthill outage.
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Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 11:00
A replacement indoor transformer has been delivered to Hursthili Substation TSS Newlands for installation, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands following a previous explosion.
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Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 10:32
Repairs are currently underway at Hurshill Substation (TSS Newlands), affecting customers at Italian Road, Stonewall Road, and Market Road in Newlands.
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Reported - Sat, 04 Jul, 18:36
Insulation at the Italian transformer substation was damaged by fire, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands. The repair team will resume work tomorrow morning.
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Reported - Sun, 05 Jul, 09:01
An outage is affecting customers in Claremont, and operators have been notified to investigate the cause.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:34
Repairs on a low voltage fault affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands have been completed, with final checks and supply restoration to follow.
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Reported - Mon, 06 Jul, 12:53
Infrastructure inside the transformer switching station exploded and caught alight during final checks on low voltage repairs, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road.
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Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 13:16
An explosion damaged two circuit breakers and leads from the transformer at Hursthull Substation's Claremont 11kV distributor, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road, and Market Road.
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Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 07:52
A contractor has been appointed and material is being sourced for repairs at Hursthills Substation, Claremont 11kV distributor.
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🔧 Investigating1d ago- Hursthill

An appointed contractor is on site actively engaging in repairs to faulty cables affecting power supply to customers in Dandalus Street, Kerry Road, and Dandalk Avenue in Parkview.

ParkviewForest TownWestcliff

Cause: Faulty cablesource

Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Hyde Park?

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

Power Outage History for Hyde Park (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting Hyde Park in the last 90 days, totalling 73 hours without power. Average restoration time was 24.3 hours. Most faults traced back to the Parkhurst Substation substation (4 of 10). The most common cause was flashed termination.

Date	Duration	Substation	Cause	Also affected
28 Jun 2026	-	Rosebank Substation	-	Dunkeld, Rosebank
27 Jun 2026	-	Rosebank Substation	-	Dunkeld West, Rosebank
09 Jun 2026	1.4d	Rosebank Substation	flashed termination	Dunkeld, Rosebank
26 May 2026	-	Parkhurst Substation	-	Parkhurst
26 May 2026	4.1h	Parkhurst Substation	faulty cable	Parkhurst
26 May 2026	-	-	power trip	-
26 May 2026	-	-	-	-
26 May 2026	-	Delta Substation	emergency maintenance	Oxford Road, Illovo Standby, Illovo - Joburg Zoo, Standard Bank Number 1 +5 more
19 May 2026	-	Parkhurst Substation	-	Craighall Park, Craighall, Parkhurst
18 May 2026	1.5d	Parkhurst Substation	cable fault	Pine Park, Victory Park, Parkhurst, Craighall Park +1 more

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Hyde Park

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

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 Hyde Park

Is there a power outage in Hyde Park right now?

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

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

How long do power outages last in Hyde Park?

Most unplanned power outages in Hyde Park 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 Hyde Park?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Hyde Park 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 Hyde Park?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Hyde Park 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 Hyde Park load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in Hyde Park?

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

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