The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) recently conducted an Annual Operating Analysis for the Greater Bloemfontein Water Supply System, which is part of the Orange River System. The study covers the period from 1 May 2023 to 30 April 2024. The analysis has revealed the need to impose water restrictions in the Greater Bloemfontein System, although no restrictions are required in the Orange River Project.
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is optimistic about the Western Cape’s dam storage levels following significant increases due to last week’s persistent rainfall. The hydrological report from June 5th shows a combined average of Western Cape dams at 59.93%, up from 56.95% last week.