Residents urged to save water as heatwave hits Ekurhuleni
Some parts of the city might also experience low water pressure during the heatwave conditions and residents are requested to use water sparingly.
The South African Weather Service has recorded high temperatures in Ekurhuleni this week, and have forecast a continuation of high temperatures reaching highs of 35°C for the remainder of the week in some areas of Ekurhuleni.
The SA Weather Service defines a heatwave as the maximum temperature expected to meet or exceed five degrees Celsius above the average maximum temperature of “the hottest month” for that particular place, as well as persisting in that mode for three days or more.
Ekurhuleni residents are reminded to use water sparingly as they try to stay cool during this heatwave.
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Some parts of the city might also experience low water pressure during the heatwave conditions and residents are requested to use water sparingly.
Member of the Mayoral Committee for Water, Sanitation and Energy, Clr Tiisetso Nketle, urged residents to use water to stay hydrated, and to avoid direct sunlight and congested places where air ventilation is minimal so as to avoid heatstroke.
“To ensure water is used wisely during these heatwave conditions, residents should refrain from watering the garden, avoid filling swimming pools during the day, and not use a hosepipe when washing cars,” he added.
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