Eskom launches power line to mitigate effect of storms on Central Karoo power supply

Eskom has constructed and activated an alternative 132kV power line for Central Karoo, to mitigate the devastating effects of events such as storms on power supply for the area’s towns.

The power utility said in a statement on Saturday the line would allow for “seamless rerouting of electricity when necessary” and marked a “crucial step” in delivering uninterrupted power supply to Sutherland, Roggeveld, Laingsburg, Ladismith, Leeu Gamka, Swartberg, Merweville, Matjiesfontein, Prince Albert, Fraserburg and surrounding areas.

“Our primary goal is to maintain a reliable and resilient electrical network that meets the needs of our community," said Mbulelo Yedwa, Eskom general manager of the Cape coastal cluster in the statement.