Several areas around Midrand are without power after a transformer caught fire at the Allandale substation.
Amid all the load-shedding, residents near the Allandale substation have another crisis on their hands. The facility is on fire. Courtesy
Editor's note: This is a developing story, eNCA.com will bring you more details as they become available.Midrand residents will suffer another electricity blow after a transformer caught fire at the Allandale substation.Load-shedding to continue as Eskom battles shortagesSeveral areas around Midrand are without power, namely Rabie Ridge, Mayibuye, Commercial Extension 9, Austin View and some parts of Glen Austin.
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