Zwartkop Substation, which caught fire yesterday morning, remains off the grid as the City’s team of technicians is continuing with repairs at the damaged site.
The team’s assessment report has revealed that the substation suffered extensive vandalism, resulting in major damage to the 630 mm high-tension cables and control cables that now need to be replaced. These control cables are essential for the protection of the substation.
Investigations have also revealed that Lyttelton/Kwagga Overhead Line 1 was also damaged by the fire at Zwartkop Substation. The subtransmission team is busy disconnecting the line.
Overnight work conducted points to a positive prognosis. The Transformer 2B test results have tested positive and are ready to be used. The next step will be the replacement of the stolen Transformer 2B single cores and multi cores.
The City appreciates the patience, cooperation and understanding that has been displayed by all the affected customers whiles technicians are working around the clock to restore power.
The estimated time for restoration will be communicated once the bulk of the repair work has been completed.
Consumers will be kept abreast of developments.