Use water sparingly, urges Rand Water
Water restrictions and rationing if residents do not comply.
A water shortage crisis is looming, according to Rand Water.
In a press release marked ‘urgent’, Rand Water spokesperson Justice Mohale said persistent high temperatures in Rand Water’s area of supply continue to strain its bulk water supply system.
“The lack of rainfall in Gauteng is exacerbating the situation. The high water demand will cause localised problems in the City of Johannesburg, City of Tshwane and the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality. All consumers must use water responsibly and sparingly,” said Mohale.
He also told the Record that if use do not go down Rand Water will be forced to ration the water supply to the different municipalities’ reservoirs.
“They can then decide how they will curb use,” he concluded.
Joburg Water’s spokesperson could not be reached for comment.
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