The City of Cape Town has advised that parts of Hout Bay will experience water supply disruptions tomorrow, 1 August 2023, as the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate conducts planned work on its water supply infrastructure.
Residents in the affected areas are advised that water supplies may be disrupted and are encouraged to plan ahead for alternative water supply arrangements during this time.
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The City of Cape Town says this work forms part of the Water and Sanitation Directorate’s proactive infrastructure maintenance and upgrade programme which ensures the future continuity of water supply by addressing the issue of unaccounted-for water.
The following areas will be affected:
Scottsville and Baviaanskloof – Hout Bay
- Tuesday, 1 August 2023, from 10am to 4pm
The Water and Sanitation Directorate’s maintenance team plans to do a valve verification exercise on the valves of the water supply network to the Hout Bay area.
This will result in an intermittent disruption of the water supply for the duration of the exercise.
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What residents need to know about larger-scale planned water supply disruptions:
The City says careful consideration has been given to the planning of this work to ensure it is being done at a time that is least disruptive to the water supply.
However, maintenance work can sometimes be more complex than anticipated, resulting in longer-than-expected periods of water supply disruptions.
Additionally, all sites where water and sanitation repairs and upgrades are conducted are deemed to be construction sites and, as such, are off-limits to members of the public.
The City advises that for a short period after the water supply is restored, the water may be discoloured or milky in appearance due to the presence of trapped air in the pipes. If left to stand, the water will become clear in colour again.
How to prepare:
Residents are encouraged to keep taps closed to prevent any water loss and/or damage, as well as store enough water in clean, sealed containers to last during this period.
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