The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be doing planned critical work in the identified areas, which will result in water supply disruptions.
Residents in the Claremont and Newlands areas are encouraged to take note of the work that will take place and prepare accordingly.
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Maintenance work and planning for the replacement of defective isolation valves will result in water supply disruptions in Claremont and Newlands – Between Main Road, Albion Road, Klipper Road and Dean Street, as well as Bank Road, Arbor Road, Mount Road and surrounds
- The main water supply to this area will be shut off temporarily between 9am and 6pm on Tuesday, 9 January 2024.
- Some areas will experience low water pressure and others no water.
This will enable the maintenance team to plan for the replacement of defective isolation valves. It will result in the disruption of the water supply for the duration of the exercise.
What residents need to know about larger-scale planned water supply disruptions:
- Careful consideration has been given to the planning of this work to ensure, where possible, that it is being done at a time that is least disruptive to the water supply.
- 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.
- Sometimes the maintenance work can be more complex than anticipated, which means the work could take longer.
- For a short period after the supply has been restored, the water may be discoloured or look milky. This is because of trapped air in the pipes. If left to stand in a glass, its appearance will become clear, like normal.
How residents are advised to prepare for planned water supply disruptions:
- Store enough water in clean, sealed containers for use during this period.
- Keep your taps closed to prevent any water loss and/or damage when the water supply is restored.
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