'Three Week Blackout' the worst-case scenario, says Eskom
With
the recent spate of loadshedding, many South Africans have been left wondering
if things can get any worse… and the answer is yes.
Loadshedding dropped from Stage 6 over the weekend to Stage 5 for the week, but Eskom is still struggling to maintain stability in the grid.
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Whilst Stage 6 loadshedding was a major problem for South Africans, the later stages like Stage 7 and 8 could mean no electricity for 12 hours a day.
Eskom has previously stated that the purpose of loadshedding is to help maintain the stability of the gird and prevent a total blackout.
Eskom has said that there would be no way of preparing for a grid collapse, and the resulting blackout could last weeks in conservative estimates.
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The firm has released infographics on the topic which can be found below:
Loadshedding is currently underway.
— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) September 20, 2022
Please visit the loadshedding website https://t.co/UzMtttbgTY to view and download your schedule. pic.twitter.com/7TJHIRjdNl
Understanding the loadshedding stages pic.twitter.com/CHFLerBKMX
— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) September 20, 2022
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