City Power warns of possible load reduction due to a high demand

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City Power says it might implement load reduction in certain areas in Johannesburg as its system is strained due to high electricity demand.

City Power says its system is facing a considerable strain due to the recent temperature drop and has already started recording a sharp increase in electricity demand.

The entity said the increase in demand always exerts unbearable pressure on the network and resources thereof. “Should customers not heed the call, City Power will implement load reduction in these areas. Load reduction is the utility’s last resort in protecting its network infrastructure from damage or collapse.

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