Power Outage in Lombardy East, Johannesburg

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No power outage reported in Lombardy East

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Power Outages Affecting Lombardy East

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✅ Restoredreported 1d ago• 2h 7m- AlexandraSDC

Full supply has been restored to customers at 1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East. The outage was a result of a cable fault.

1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt streetRembrandt ParkLombardy East

Cause: cable faultsource

Timeline (2 updates)

Update - Fri, 17 Apr, 19:44
Power has since been restored up to 70% to customers at 1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East. The contractor is currently busy with the last joint. Once completed, final tests will begin, if all cleares, power will be restored.
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Restored - Fri, 17 Apr, 21:50
Full supply has been restored to customers at 1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East. The outage was a result of a cable fault.
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✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 30h 2m- AlexandraSDC

Full supply has been restored to customers at 1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East. The outage was a result of a cable fault.

8th AvenueLondon RoadRoosevelt Street1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt streetRembrandt ParkLombardy East

Cause: cable faultsource

Timeline (6 updates)

Reported - Thu, 16 Apr, 10:18
Customers in 1st to 8th Avenue, between London road and Roosevelt street, are experiencing a loss of supply. Operators will be dispatched to investigate.
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Update - Thu, 16 Apr, 13:54
Operators are on-site investigating a loss of supply affecting customers in 1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street, Rembrandt Park, and Lombardy East.
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Update - Thu, 16 Apr, 17:13
Power has been 70% restored in Alexandra, Rembrandt Park, and Lombardy East, but a test branch team will be requested to locate the remaining cable fault.
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Update - Fri, 17 Apr, 09:17
The test branch team is on-site locating the fault affecting customers from 1st to 8th Avenue, Rembrandt Park, and Lombardy East.
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Update - Fri, 17 Apr, 12:34
The test branch team has located the fault, and a contractor is on-site attending to the repairs.
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Restored - Fri, 17 Apr, 16:20
Full supply has been restored to customers at 1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street, Rembrandt Park, Lombardy East. The outage was a result of a cable fault.
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✅ Restoredreported 8d ago• 81h 32m- AlexandraSDC

Power has been fully restored to customers in Bramley due to multiple cable faults.

BramleyLombardy EastBramley ViewCorlett GardensFar East Bank Ext 1Bramely

Cause: cable faultsETA: Sat, 11 Apr, 12:00source

Timeline (12 updates)

Update - Sat, 11 Apr, 11:11
Repairs are in progress on-site after a cable fault resulted in an outage affecting customers in Bramley. We currently do not have an estimated time of restoration.
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Update - Sun, 12 Apr, 19:08
The team has managed to restore 80% of the power supply to customers in Lombardy East, Bramley View and Corlett Gardens; three load centres will remain off until the fault is located and repairs are complete.
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Update - Mon, 13 Apr, 10:09
A fault affecting customers in Lombardy East and Corlett Gardens has been located, and a contractor will be attending for repairs.
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Update - Mon, 13 Apr, 17:03
Upon final tests, the cable failed and a test branch will be requested tomorrow to locate the further fault; the outage affects customers in Bramley and supply will be restored as soon as work is complete.
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Update - Mon, 13 Apr, 17:30
A further fault has been found during repairs at Alexandra Substation, affecting customers in Far East Bank Ext 1 and Lombardy East. A test branch team will be requested tomorrow to locate the fault before repairs continue. An estimated time of restoration is not yet available.
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Update - Tue, 14 Apr, 10:59
A fault affecting Bramley has been identified, and a contractor is on-site attending to the repairs.
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Update - Tue, 14 Apr, 12:53
The test branch team has located the fault affecting customers in Far East Bank Ext 1 and Lombardy East, and a contractor has been appointed for repairs.
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Update - Tue, 14 Apr, 17:12
A contractor is currently on site busy with cable jointing to resolve multiple cable faults affecting Far East Bank Ext 1 and Lombardy East.
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Update - Tue, 14 Apr, 17:22
A contractor is currently on site busy with the last joint for an outage caused by multiple cable faults affecting customers in Bramely.
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Restored - Tue, 14 Apr, 19:19
Power has been fully restored to customers in Far East Bank Ext 1, Lombardy East. The outage was caused by multiple cable faults.
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Update - Tue, 14 Apr, 19:46
Repairs have been completed for the outage caused by multiple cable faults affecting customers in Bramely, and operators are en route for final tests before restoration.
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Restored - Tue, 14 Apr, 20:43
Power has been fully restored to customers in Bramley due to multiple cable faults.
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Report a Power Outage in Lombardy East

Is your power off in Lombardy East? Report it to City Power so they can dispatch a team.

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Lombardy East?

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

Power Outage History for Lombardy East (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 4 outages affecting Lombardy East in the last 90 days, totalling 113.7 hours without power. Average restoration time was 37.9 hours. Most faults traced back to the Alexandra Substation substation (3 of 4). The most common cause was cable fault.

Date	Duration	Substation	Cause	Also affected
17 Apr 2026	2.1h	Alexandra Substation	cable fault	1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street, Rembrandt Park
16 Apr 2026	1.3d	Alexandra Substation	cable fault	8th Avenue, London Road, Roosevelt Street, 1st to 8th Avenue between London road and Roosevelt street +1 more
11 Apr 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	cable fault	Far East Bank Extension seven, Far East Bank extension one, Corlett Gardens, Bramley View
11 Apr 2026	3.4d	Gresswold	cable faults	Bramley, Bramley View, Corlett Gardens, Far East Bank Ext 1 +1 more

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Lombardy East

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

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 Lombardy East

Is there a power outage in Lombardy East right now?

No power outage is currently reported in Lombardy East, 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 Lombardy East?

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

How long do power outages last in Lombardy East?

Most unplanned power outages in Lombardy East 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.

What number do I call for City Power in Lombardy East?

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

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