Large parts of Tshwane in the dark after pylons collapse on the N4
The collapse of the the pylons in Tshwane has led to the closure of part of the N4 highway.
SourceThe Citizen
Tuesday, 11 April 2023, 11:50
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The City of Tshwane said it is aware of the collapse of the 132kv powerlines that fell on the N4 freeway. Photo: Twitter/@Abramjee
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NATIONAL NEWS AND VIDEO - Large parts of Pretoria East in Tshwane have been plunged into darkness after electricity pylons collapsed on the N4 highway.
The City of Tshwane spokesperson Selby Bokaba said they are aware of the incident.
Affected highway
“The City of Tshwane is aware of the collapse of the 132kv powerlines that fell on the N4 freeway last night which resulted in a power outage affecting large parts of Pretoria East.
“This incident has led to the closure of the N4 freeway east between Solomon Mahlangu and Simon Vermooten off-ramps. Motorists are advised to avoid those roads and use alternative routes,” Bokaba said.
Damages
Bokaba said there was extensive damage after the pylons collapsed.
“The initial assessment by the energy and electricity team has found that at least six powerline structures have collapsed and are badly damaged. The team has reconvened at the site this morning to conduct further investigations.”
Affected areas
Bokaba said the following areas have been affected:
Mamelodi
Waltloo
Silverton
Silver Lakes
Faerie Glen
Equestria
Mooikloof
Doornpoort
Waterval
Grootvlei East and West
Bultfontein
Rooiwal
Vastfontein extension
Lyttleton
Die Hoewes
A portion of Moreletapark.
Bokaba said the adverse weather conditions are likely to delay the repair work.
“The estimated time for restoration is not available yet. The city will keep its consumers updated on the developments,” Bokaba said.
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