Eskom says flooding and severe weather are slowing down efforts to restore electricity in parts of the Garden Route.

The utility says power has already been restored in Plettenberg Bay, but outages continue in some surrounding areas and parts of Oudtshoorn.

“Resource plans for repair work are well underway, and teams will commence restoration activities once safety conditions permit. Despite the extremely challenging weather conditions, technicians have been working tirelessly, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to restoring electricity supply,” Eskom said.

Sedgefield remains without electricity due to a line fault. Eskom says repair work is on hold in some areas because roads are flooded and conditions remain unsafe for technicians.

“Estimated restoration times for the remaining affected areas will be communicated once assessments and investigations have been concluded,” Eskom stressed.

Eskom says its teams remain on high alert as adverse weather conditions are set to continue throughout the day.

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