Rand Water’s 24-hour maintenance to impact several areas in Gauteng

Planned maintenance by Rand Water on Saturday, 25 January, will result in low water pressure or no water in several areas of Gauteng.

The utility will repair a leak in its O2 pipeline over 24 hours. In turn, this will affect its Palmiet System which supplies parts of Johannebsurg and Tshwane.

RAND WATER TO CONDUCT 24-HOUR MAINTENANCE

The maintenance will affect Rand Water’s Palmiet System which supplies the Klipfontein, Brakfontein and Harteebeeshoek reservoirs in the City of Tshwane.

As part of planning, the municipality said where possible it will fill reservoirs prior to the commencement of the shutdown.

“However, the water supply may be interrupted during the repair period and residents are therefore urged to use water sparingly. Our technicians will also ensure that the city’s water resources are operating optimally during that period,” City of Tshwane spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said.

The following areas may be affected:

• Atteridgeville
• Akasia
• Amandasig
• Ninapark
• Erasmia
• Sunderland Ridge
• Olievenhoutbosch
• Laudium
• Lotus Gardens
• Florauna
• Hartbeesthoek
• Heatherdale
• Heatherview
• Brakfontein
• Celtisdal
• Eldoraigne
• Bronberrik
• Clubview Ext 78,
• Cranbrookvale
• Christoburg
• Ga-Rankuwa units 4, 5,6,7,8 and 9
• Soshanguve
• Winterveldt

JOHANNESBURG AREAS

Likewise, Johannesburg Water has also warned residents of Rand Water’s upcoming maintenance.

Rand Water’s Palmiet System supplies Johannesburg Water’s Southhill Tower, Alexander Park Reservoir, Sandton, and Midrand systems.

Johannesburg Water has urged residents to store water and explore alternatives like rainwater harvesting for non-consumption use.

“Johannebsurg Water is preparing alternative water supply plans prioritising schools, clinics and retirement homes. Malls and hospitals should plan their own backups,” the utility said.