Parts of Pretoria without power after six pylons collapse, weather 'likely to delay repair work'
At least six electricity pylons have collapsed on the N4, leaving large parts of Pretoria East and Centurion without power.
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At least six electricity pylons have collapsed on the N4, leaving large parts of Pretoria East and Centurion without power.
Big components of Pretoria and Centurion have actually been left without power after the collapse of numerous power
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Eskom says the severity of the storm has affected its infrastructure resulting in power cuts. Areas without electricity include Munster, Port Edward, South Broom, Margate, Paddock, Marina Beach, Red Hill and Hibberdene.