Joburg Water has sent out a statement warning residents that certain areas would be without water due to supply constraints on 21 June.
External communications officer, Eleanor Mavimbela said that a team has been dispatched to Newlands to repair a 600mm pipe on the corners of Alberts Road and 8th Street. Water would subsequently be closed for most of the day.
The following areas will be affected:
• Greymont
• Newlands
• Albertville
• Montgomery Park
• Waterval Estate
Mavimbela could not confirm when exactly water would be restored to the areas.
She added that water supply across Johannesburg is normal, with reservoir levels across the city in a satisfactory position.
Level 2 water restrictions according to section 44 (3) of the Water Services Bylaw states that all consumers are forthwith compelled:
• Not to water and irrigate their gardens from 8am and 4pm every day;
• Not to fill their swimming pools with municipal water; and
• Not to use hosepipes to wash their cars, paved areas, etc.
Water saving tips:
• Don’t leave taps dripping;
•Take shallow baths; and
• Use bathwater or grey-water to water the garden.
“We urge residents to remain active partners in reducing the amount of water used in the City of Johannesburg,” said Mavimbela. She concluded that residents report any form of vandalism and theft of water infrastructure to 0800 00 2587.
Details: Joburg water, customer@jwater.co.za or 011 688 1400.
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