Parts of Sandton still without water as Joburg Water incurs challenges

Update, November 10, 14:00: 

Johannesburg Water estimates that, if all goes to plan, water will be restored in a phased approach to the Riverclub, Littlefillan, Morningside and surrounding areas close to midnight on November 10.

This follows complications experienced by the city entity while conducting tie-inns on November 8.

According to an update by Johannesburg Water,  it is currently waiting for the arrival of new fittings.

“The contractor will then complete the installation, which may take four to five hours. Water will then be restored in a phased approach to monitor for leaks on the new installations.”

Original story: 

Parts of Sandton still remain without water following challenges with a planned tie-in by Johannesburg Water.

According to the city entity, while the tie-in was set to be completed and water restored on November 8, it experienced challenges with isolating water.

Affected areas include Riverclub, Littlefillan, Parkmore, Duxberry, Morningside, Bryanston, Benmore Gardens, Sunset Acrea, Moddiehill, Glenadrienne and Rivonia.

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No estimated time of completion or time of restoration is available at this time.

Johannesburg Water noted that additional water tankers have been deployed across the affected suburbs.

Residents are encouraged to follow Johannesburg Water on Twitter @JHBWater for updates.

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