Young woman killed by an Eskom overhead cable in Vlakfontein Photos:Stock/Canva/Eskom
Young woman killed by an Eskom overhead cable in Vlakfontein
Eskom said a young woman was killed by a damaged overhead line cable in the Vlakfontein informal settlement.
Young woman killed by an Eskom overhead cable in Vlakfontein Photos:Stock/Canva/Eskom
A young woman was recently killed by a damaged overhead line cable in the Vlakfontein informal settlement.
THE YOUNG WOMAN WAS KILLED ON MONDAY
According to Kith Maitisa, Eskom Safety, Health, Environment, Quality & Security (SHEQS) Manager in Gauteng, the incident happened on Monday.
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“A 28-year-old woman was fatally wounded after coming into contact with an electrical conductor in the Vlakfontein informal settlement near Lenasia South on Monday.
“The preliminary investigation reveals that the electricity conductor was damaged during a storm when a bolt securing it on the network snapped.”
Kith Maitisa
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Maitisa said the incident is under investigation by Eskom and the South African Police Service (SAPS).
THE INCIDENT IS UNDER INVESTIGATION BY ESKOM AND SAPS
“We are deeply saddened by the unfortunate loss of life and extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.”
Eskom furthermore said this comes after the South African Weather Service issued a warning of disruptive weather conditions in Gauteng earlier this week.
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“During such adverse weather conditions, the electricity infrastructure is likely to be damaged, posing a danger to members of the public.
“In Sandton on Tuesday, lightning struck a tree which fell on power lines following a heavy storm. While working on repairs, Eskom noted with concern passers-by entering a cordoned-off area, putting themselves at risk of being electrocuted as the lines could be live.
“We would like to urge members of the public to be cautious and avoid going near or touching damaged electrical equipment.”
Kith Maitisa
REPORT LOW-HANGING CONDUCTORS HERE:
Members of the public are further encouraged to report low-hanging conductors to the Eskom Contact Centre on 08600 37566.
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