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The incident occurred around the more serious issue of water quality and sanitation. Image: istock

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Tshwane announces an 8-HOUR water supply shutdown

The City of Tshwane has been notified about a planned water supply shutdown in parts of Tshwane including Waterkloof and Brooklyn which will have intermittent water supply on Wednesday for eight hours

18-02-24 21:24
live fish from tap water
The incident occurred around the more serious issue of water quality and sanitation. Image: istock

The City of Tshwane has announced its plans to upgrade its water supply network this week, which will interrupted water supply in a few areas.

The maintenance and upgrade are expected to go on for eight hours between 8am and 4pm on Wednesday, 21 February.

PLANNED WATER INTERUPPTION

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The affected areas are:

  • Alphen Park
  • Brooklyn
  • Garsfontein 374-JR
  • Hazelwood
  • Maroelana
  • Maroelana Extension 3
  • Waterkloof
  • Crown Mews
  • Nazereth House
  • Waterkloof Place
  • Waterkloof Prmary School

DO’S AND DON’TS

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In an effort to conserve water, the city 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 of 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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