Interruption of water supply in several KZN areas
The eThekwini Municipality has released a statement warning residents that several areas will be affected by a water supply interruption due to the recent devastation across KwaZulu-Natal.
SEVERAL areas around Durban are without water. This after heavy rains battered large parts of the city causing extensive damage.
In a statement, the eThekwini Municipality said the interruption is due to heavy rains that have caused substantial damage to uMgeni Water infrastructure.
The Municipality said that as a result of the damage, the Durban Heights Water Treatment Works is unable to transfer enough water to eThekwini reservoirs.
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This means that the eThekwini Municipality is unable to meet the full water demand of its consumers. They added that most areas in the city will experience a shortage of water supply, with several areas already affected. Water tankers will be dispatched to affected areas.
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To report faults on water and sewer-related matters, contact the call centre on 080 131 3013, the toll-free number on 080 311 1111 or use the eThekwini Water and Sanitation WhatsApp number on 073 1483 477.
Alternatively, email: Eservices@durban.gov.za
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