The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has planned crucial maintenance tasks for the upcoming weeks to secure the efficiency and effectiveness of the water supply infrastructure. The maintenance work may cause temporary service disruptions, and residents should store and conserve water during this period. Scheduled maintenance work includes zero-pressure testing and valve replacements, and residents can follow @CityofCTAlerts on Twitter for updates on water tanker locations and maintenance work. By preparing for temporary service disruptions, residents can contribute to securing a sustainable water supply infrastructure for future generations.
Upcoming Water Supply Maintenance Work: What to Expect and How to Prepare
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has planned a series of maintenance tasks for the upcoming weeks to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the water supply infrastructure. Residents may experience temporary service disruptions due to the maintenance works. Scheduled works include zero-pressure testing and valve replacements. To prepare for disruptions, residents are advised to store an adequate amount of water and keep taps closed. Follow @CityofCTAlerts on Twitter for updates on maintenance work and water tanker locations.
Water, a critical component of life, necessitates proper management and maintenance. The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is dedicated to providing optimal services and has planned a series of maintenance tasks for the upcoming weeks. The objective is to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the water supply infrastructure, ultimately benefiting the customers who depend on this essential resource. In this article, we explore the various maintenance works scheduled from 23 to 27 October 2023 and discuss how residents can prepare for the temporary service disruptions.
From 9 October to 30 November 2023, the water supply network in Plumstead and Wynberg will undergo conditional assessments. Consequently, residents may experience reduced water pressure for up to 1.5 hours during the day while work is being executed.
From 21:00 on 24 October to 04:00 on 25 October 2023, the water supply network in Table View, Flamingo Vlei, and Bloubergstrand will be subject to zero-pressure testing.
Similarly, Heldervue will undergo zero-pressure testing from 21:00 on 24 October to 04:00 on 25 October 2023.
These areas will also experience zero-pressure testing from 21:00 on 26 October to 04:00 on 27 October 2023.
From 18 October to 3 November 2023, residents in Hout Bay will experience intermittent water supply shutoffs on weekdays between 08:00 and 16:00. This is necessary to facilitate valve replacements and fire hydrant upgrades. Notices will be circulated in advance for affected roads.
On 24 October 2023, the water supply in Knole Park, Ottery will be shut off from 08:00 to 24:00 for the installation of a 300mm water meter. A water tanker will be available to provide water for domestic consumption. This work was initially scheduled for 14 September 2023 but was postponed due to unfavorable weather conditions.
The City has meticulously planned these maintenance tasks to minimize disruption to residents’ water supply. However, certain factors, such as the complexity of the work, may prolong the duration of disruptions. All locations where maintenance work is executed are considered construction sites and are therefore not accessible to the general public.
Moreover, residents should be aware that water may appear discolored or milky immediately after the supply is restored. This is due to trapped air in the pipes but poses no health risks. If left to stand in a glass, the water will return to its normal appearance.
For updates on maintenance work and the location of water tankers, residents can follow @CityofCTAlerts, the official City of Cape Town Twitter account.
In anticipation of the planned water supply disruptions, residents are advised to take the following steps:
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate’s planned maintenance work demonstrates their commitment to ensuring a sustainable future for the communities they serve. By understanding the importance of these works and preparing for temporary disruptions, residents can actively contribute to the preservation and improvement of their water supply infrastructure. Together, we can forge a water-secure future for generations to come.
The Water and Sanitation Directorate has planned maintenance tasks to secure the efficiency and effectiveness of the water supply infrastructure.
Yes, residents may experience temporary service disruptions due to the maintenance works.
Different areas will be affected by different maintenance works. Please refer to the schedule above for more information.
Scheduled maintenance work includes zero-pressure testing and valve replacements.
Residents are advised to store an adequate amount of water in clean, sealed containers to use during the period of disruption and keep taps closed to prevent water loss and potential damage when the water supply is restored.
Residents should be aware that water may appear discolored or milky immediately after the supply is restored. This is due to trapped air in the pipes but poses no health risks. If left to stand in a glass, the water will return to its normal appearance.
Residents can follow @CityofCTAlerts on Twitter for updates on maintenance work and the location of water tankers.
The duration of the maintenance work will vary depending on the complexity of the work. The City has meticulously planned these maintenance tasks to minimize disruption to residents’ water supply.
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