Isipingo Hills reservoir to shut down for repairs
ETHEKWINI Municipality has announced that the Isipingo Hills reservoir will shut down to allow for maintenance work to be done on May 29, from 08:00 to 18:00.
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In a statement, eThekwini said the maintenance is necessary to improve the flow of water from the reservoir to customers.
The Isipingo Hills reservoir also supplies other dependent reservoirs, including the Isipingo Beach and Athlone Park reservoirs. Both these reservoirs will be affected by the shutdown.
The following areas will be affected:
• Isipingo Hills
• Orient Hills
• Prospecton
• Isipingo Beach
• Old Durban Airport
• Athlone Park
• Parts of Umbogintwini
• Galleria Mall
• Arbour Crossing
For more information regarding water supply, the public can download the eThekwini Municipality's mobile app to log faults or send a WhatsApp message to 073 1483 477. Alternatively, call the toll-free number 080 311 1111 or email Eservices@durban.gov.za.
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