Temporary Water Service Interruption in Athlone Due to Emergency Repairs

Attention residents of Athlone and neighboring areas: Please be advised that there will be a temporary water service interruption starting on Thursday, 28 September 2023 at 19:00 until Friday, 29 September 2023 at 08:00 due to emergency repairs on a water main in Bofors Circle, Epping. The affected areas include Athlone, Hazendal, Heideveld, Rylands, Belgravia, Crawford, Sybrand Park, Lansdowne, Rondebosch East, and Gatesville Melomed Hospital. Water tankers will be available for domestic use during this time, and residents are urged to store water ahead of time and keep taps closed to prevent water loss and damage. Thank you for your cooperation.

Upcoming Disruption in Water Supply

To ensure a continuous water supply for the residents of Athlone and its neighboring areas, the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has informed the public about a temporary suspension of water services. This interruption begins at 19:00 on Thursday, 28 September 2023, and is expected to continue until 08:00 on Friday, 29 September 2023. The reason for this disruption is to carry out emergency repairs on a critically leaking 535mm diameter water main in Bofors Circle, Epping.

Affected Areas and Mitigation Measures

The areas that will be affected include Athlone, Hazendal, Heideveld, Rylands, Belgravia, Crawford, Sybrand Park, Lansdowne, Rondebosch East, and Gatesville Melomed Hospital. Realizing the inconvenience this may create, the City has carefully planned the repair work to minimize the impact on residents. Water tankers will be stationed throughout the affected areas, supplying water for domestic use as needed during the service interruption.

It is crucial for residents to be aware of the implications of larger-scale planned water supply disruptions. Water and sanitation repair and upgrade sites are deemed construction zones and are thus inaccessible to the public. Sometimes, maintenance tasks may be more complicated than initially estimated, resulting in a more extended disruption period.

Post-Repair Considerations and Resident Preparedness

After the water supply is restored, residents might notice discolored or cloudy water. This appearance results from trapped air in the pipes and will dissipate when left to stand in a glass. The City urges residents to keep an eye on updates related to the maintenance work and water tanker locations via the City of Cape Town Twitter account @CityofCTAlerts.

To prepare for these scheduled water supply disruptions, residents should store adequate water in clean, sealed containers for use during the service interruption. Additionally, keeping taps closed will prevent water loss and possible damage once the water supply is restored.

The City appreciates the cooperation and understanding of residents as it diligently works to perform these emergency repairs and maintain the water supply infrastructure. By storing water ahead of time and following the City’s guidelines, residents can help ensure a seamless process and minimize the impact of the temporary disruption on their daily lives.

1. What is the reason for the temporary water service interruption in Athlone?

The temporary water service interruption in Athlone is due to emergency repairs on a critically leaking 535mm diameter water main in Bofors Circle, Epping.

2. When will the water service interruption start and end?

The water service interruption will start at 19:00 on Thursday, 28 September 2023, and is expected to continue until 08:00 on Friday, 29 September 2023.

3. What areas will be affected by the water service interruption?

The areas that will be affected include Athlone, Hazendal, Heideveld, Rylands, Belgravia, Crawford, Sybrand Park, Lansdowne, Rondebosch East, and Gatesville Melomed Hospital.

4. Will there be any mitigation measures in place during the water service interruption?

Water tankers will be stationed throughout the affected areas, supplying water for domestic use as needed during the service interruption.

5. What should residents do to prepare for the water service interruption?

Residents should store adequate water in clean, sealed containers for use during the service interruption. Additionally, keeping taps closed will prevent water loss and possible damage once the water supply is restored.

6. What should residents expect after the water supply is restored?

Residents might notice discolored or cloudy water, which results from trapped air in the pipes and will dissipate when left to stand in a glass.

7. Where can residents find updates related to the maintenance work and water tanker locations?

Residents can keep an eye on updates related to the maintenance work and water tanker locations via the City of Cape Town Twitter account @CityofCTAlerts.

8. Why is it crucial for residents to be aware of the implications of larger-scale planned water supply disruptions?

Larger-scale planned water supply disruptions are deemed construction zones and are thus inaccessible to the public. Sometimes, maintenance tasks may be more complicated than initially estimated, resulting in a more extended disruption period. It is important for residents to be prepared and aware of the potential impact on their daily lives.