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Thesre is possible water supply interruption in Tshwane on Wednesday. Image: iStock.

Nine-hour water supply interruption in parts of Tshwane today

Planned maintenance may result in a nine-hour water supply interruption in parts of Tshwane on Wednesday, 28 February.

Tshwane water supply

Thesre is possible water supply interruption in Tshwane on Wednesday. Image: iStock.

Parts of Tshwane may face a nine-hour water supply interruption due to planned maintenance.

The maintenance is scheduled for Wednesday, 28 February from 8:00 – 17:00.

POSSIBLE WATER SUPPLY DISRUPTION IN TSHWANE

In a statement, the City of Tshwane said it will carry out a planned connection to a water supply at Erasmuskloof Ext 3.

The municipality said although an interruption to the water supply will be avoided at all costs, it may occur between 8:00 and 17:00.

The following areas may be affected:

  • Erasmuskloof Ext 3
  • Garsfontein 374 – JR
  • Waterkloof Glen
  • Waterkloof Heights Ext 3, 7 and 14
  • Waterkloof Ridge
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The City of Tshwane has announced a water supply interruption on Wednesday, 28 February. Image: Pixabay.

RESIDENTS URGED TO ADHERE TO CONSERVATION MEASURES

In an effort to conserve water, the City of Tshwane has requested that residents adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Refrain from watering gardens with hosepipes or sprinkler systems between 6:00 and 18:00.
  • Avoid vehicle washing with hosepipes.
  • No filling swimming pools during the maintenance period.
  • Install low-flow shower heads and tap aerators.
  • Use dual-flush toilet cisterns.
  • Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs.
  • Utilise rainwater for garden irrigation or car washing.
  • Use a broom instead of a hosepipe for cleaning.
  • Close taps while brushing teeth or shaving.

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