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Ekurhuleni’s wires crossed – causing power outages

Electrical problems in Alberton North include cable theft

July 11, 2014

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Live wire that is directly sticking out from the ground.

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Live wire that is directly sticking out from the ground.

Cables sticking out with live wiring.

According to residents this was where the cables were previously secured and then taken out, which was placed on the ground 10cm deep.

Another live wire sticking out from this section.

Resident standing over the dug-up section.

The resident shows what the problem is.

Cables run along the ground and weren’t secure at all.

Cables run along the ground and open.

Shocking: Cable sticking out of the ground and not covered properly.

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July 11, 2014

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