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The Tshwane metro pleaded with residents and businesses to conserve water as Rand Water imposed water restrictions this week, reports Pretoria East Rekord.
“Rand Water indicated that due to low water levels at Brakfontein, Klipfontein, and Hartebeeshoek reservoirs, 25% of water restrictions will be implemented today,” said Metro spokesperson Lindela Mashigo.
This follows a Rand Water notification on Monday.
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Mashigo said the water utility’s average reservoir levels had dropped to 40% due to the high demand on the system.
“The restrictions are applicable throughout the city and will ensure the provision of water supply to all residents.”
Mashigo said the following areas would be restricted severely as from Monday to avoid a total collapse of their bulk supply:
“If residents heed this appeal, water-related interruptions will be minimised,” Mashigo said.
“The city urges residents to make water conservation measures that were implemented during the initial restrictions, a lifestyle norm.”
The metro had the following tips to save on water usage:
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