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*#Eskom load shedding update – Wednesday, 29 March 2023

*#Eskom load shedding update – Wednesday, 29 March 2023: Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented as previously communicated from 16:00 today until 05:00 on Thursday. Thereafter, Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 until 16:00 on Thursday followed by Stage 4 loadshedding until 05:00 on Friday. Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 on Friday until 05:00 on Saturday. Then Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 on Saturday until 05:00 on Sunday.*

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_Issued by George Municipality on behalf of Eskom_

 

*George will be affected as follows:*

Wednesday 29/03/2023

None

Thursday 30/03/2023

08:00 – 10:30

16:00 – 18:30

Friday 31/03/2023

00:00 – 02:30

08:00 – 10:30

16:00 – 18:30

Saturday 01/04/2023

14:00 – 16:30

22:00 – 00:30

Sunday 02/04/2023

22:00 – 00:30

 

*Uniondale will be affected as follows:*

Wednesday 29/03/2023

None

Thursday 30/03/2023

11:00 – 13:30

19:00 – 21:30

Friday 31/03/2023

03:00 – 05:30

11:00 – 13:30

19:00 – 21:30

Saturday 01/04/2023

17:00 – 19:30

Sunday 02/04/2023

01:00 – 03:30

 

SWITCHING ON AFTER LOADSHEDDING – Not all areas will be switched back on at the same time!

Residents of George must please note that with the extended load-shedding, our Electrotechnical Directorate is no longer able to switch the entire city back on at the same time. Our daily notifiable demand from ESKOM has historically been set at 85MVA and on average George would use between 60 and 80MVA, although the municipality must pay ESKOM for 85MVA.

If the power is returned simultaneously to all areas when load-shedding ends, this creates a massive spike or surge in power with all geysers, freezers/fridges/batteries etc drawing power at the same time. With the extended four-hour load-shedding, the spikes for George are consistently reaching 105 – 112 MVA.

Areas will be switched on in sections, on rotation after Load-shedding.

Eskom has indicated that unless George can reduce the spikes, they will increase our notifiable demand to the highest actual usage level which will in turn increase the purchase cost to the municipality. Consumers are requested to use electricity very sparingly when power returns after load-shedding (especially a 4-hour slot).

The municipality will now in rotation, switch the power on in sections. This means if for example the load-shedding slot is scheduled from 20h00 – 22h30, there is a chance that your area may only come on at 22h45 or 23h00.

Please do not switch high-usage equipment on immediately after Load-shedding.

Consumers are therefore urged to turn off high-usage equipment and where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network and reduce our current high MVA spikes.

Reporting power outages

Please do not phone the after hours number or the Electrotechnical Department to report that you have no power immediately after Loadshedding is scheduled to be lifted. Please be aware of the rotational switching on, and wait at least 30 minutes before reporting no power. The directorate will be aware if there has been a possible substation trip that needs to be sorted out.

 

Updated Public Notice: Municipality migrating telephone system – access to landlines might be compromised until 14h00 today (29 March 2023)

Update Public Notice: George Municipality is currently migrating its existing telecommunications system onto a new system. Technicians are busy merging the different telephone lines into the new system and the public may have difficulty reaching certain telephone numbers at the organisation for today (29 March 2023).

According to the technicians, all lines should be up and running by 14h00 today. If the public experience any municipal-related emergencies please contact our emergency number on 044 801 6300 or for specific fire-related emergencies on 044 801 6311. The George Municipality switchboard number 044 801 9111 is operational but very busy putting calls through to Directorates. We call on the public to please be patient during this transition and apologise for any inconvenience. Issued by George Mun 29 March at 12h30.

Unplanned power outage: Portion of Uniondale

Unplanned power outage: Our Electrotechnical Directorate had to cut electrical supply to a portion of Uniondale because of an emergency electrical repair due to a faulty low-voltage cable. Areas affected include Skou, Van Riebeeck, Schoeman and a portion of Voortrekker Streets. The estimated time of repair is 16h00. Issued by George Municipality 29 March 2023 at 10h45

UPGRADING OF ROADS AND STORMWATER: DELVILLE PARK – PHASE 1 – 2022/23: WP05

The road rehabilitation and upgrade of stormwater infrastructure in Antelope Street, Delville Park will have an impact on residents and road users for the period from April 2023 to October 2023. The construction duration is estimated at 7 months.

PROJECT:
UPGRADING OF ROADS AND STORMWATER: DELVILLE PARK – PHASE 1 – 2022/23: WP05

DESCRIPTION:
Road rehabilitation includes repairs to the base layers, surface layers, kerbs, and channels.
Stormwater infrastructure upgrades include the construction of catch pits, manholes and sub-soil drains.

PROJECT PERIOD:
April 2023 to October 2023

SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Municipal services may be disrupted during construction. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions will be sent out via social media.

WORKING HOURS:
Working hours will be from 07h00 to 18h00 Mondays to Fridays and 07h00 – 14h00 on Saturdays as may be needed from time to time.

TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Caution needs to be exercised by residents, road users and pedestrians throughout the duration of the construction period. Adherence to flag persons, temporary road signage and markings will be required. Sections of the road may be closed to the public, but access will be granted to residents.

ACCESS TO THE SITE:
Access to the site will be strictly controlled. Any member of the public who enters the site will have to comply with the relevant requirements in terms of the Health and Safety Act.

PROJECT ENQUIRIES: Mr Fareed Ismael – 084 692 1788

The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to all residents to be patient and exercise caution during the upgrade. Please look out for and adhere to temporary road signage and roadworks personnel.

 

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – Water Restrictions remain in place

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – Water Restrictions remain in place
Issued 27 March 2023,  George Municipality

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height                         89,44
Rainfall for previous 7 days:                                                                 12 mm  (Measured up to and including 27 March 2023)

The co-operation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

Follow this link for the detailed Stricter Water Restrictions in English/Afrikaans and Isixhosa.
https://www.george.gov.za/george-doc-categories/public-notices/general/

Contraventions of the Water Restrictions can be reported on 0800 424477.
Report water leaks and burst pipes to 044 801 9262/66 or after hours at 044 801 6300, as soon as you notice them.

PUBLIC NOTICE: WORKERS’ COLLECTION POINT

The Workers Collection Point (WCP) which is situated on 12 Industrial Street, George Industrial was established for private individuals and businesses to utilise as a central point for those who wish to employ temporary workers and for job seekers to avail themselves for employment opportunities.

The George Municipality is requesting employers in George and people looking for employment to fully utilise this facility. The WCP is the only authorised place for job seekers and pick-up of job seekers. The WCP is staffed by officials from the George Municipality’s Economic Development Department. What makes the WCP reliable and safe for both job seekers and employers – is that it is run professionally – with the registration of job seekers, capturing their personal information including names, identification documents and addresses as well as details of the employers to ensure adequate management of the whole process.

The WCP is situated at 12 Industrial Street, George Industrial and operates between 07:45 and 15:00, Monday to Friday. It is staffed by two officials from the Planning and Development Department.

Kevin Abrahams, Email: kabrahams@george.gov.za

Ongeziwe Mthongwana, Email: omthongwana@george.gov.za

For enquiries, please phone the office on 044 801 9173.

 

ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE, 26 MARCH 2023, 19:35

Stage 1 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 today until 05:00 on Monday. Thereafter, Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 until 16:00 on Monday followed by Stage 3 loadshedding until 05:00 on Tuesday. On Tuesday and Wednesday Stage 1 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 until 16:00 and Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 until 05:00.

George will be affected as follows:

Monday 27/03/2023
18:00 – 20:30

Tuesday 28/03/2023
02:00 – 04:30

Wednesday 29/03/2023
00:00 – 02:30
08:00 – 10:30

Uniondale will be affected as follows:

Sunday 26/03/2023
21:00 – 23:30

Monday 27/03/2023
21:00 – 23:30

Tuesday 28/03/2023
05:00 – 07:30

Wednesday 29/03/2023
03:00 – 05:30
11:00 – 13:30

ESKOM LOAD SHEDDING UPDATE 24 MARCH 2023 @16:30

Loadshedding will remain at Stage 2 until 05:00 on Saturday. Thereafter, Stage 1 load-shedding will be implemented until 16:00 on Saturday. Then Stage 2 load-shedding will be implemented from 16:00 on Saturday until 05:00 on Sunday when load-shedding will be suspended. On Sunday, Stage 1 load-shedding will be implemented from 16:00 until 16:00 on Monday.

George will be affected as follows:
Friday 24/03/2023
None

Saturday 25/03/2023
02:00 – 04:30
10:00 – 12:30

Sunday 26/03/2023
18:00 – 20:30

Monday 27/03/2023
18:00 – 20:30

Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Friday 24/03/2023
None

Saturday 25/03/2023
13:00 – 15:30

Sunday 26/03/2023
21:00 – 23:30

Monday 27/03/2023
21:00 – 23:30