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The South African
10-05-2025
- Climate
- The South African
No water in these Cape Town areas for 10 hours on Thursday
The City of Cape Town's Water and Sanitation Directorate has scheduled essential maintenance for Thursday, 15 May. The water supply in Kelderhof Estate, Helderberg, will be shut off from 9:00 to 19:00. The planned interruption forms part of the City's ongoing efforts to upgrade and maintain its water infrastructure. According to officials, the outage is necessary to allow technicians to safely install a pressure reducing valve (PRV) and a water meter on the main supply line to the area. 'This critical maintenance work is done on our water supply infrastructure to benefit customers,' said the city, urging residents to prepare in advance. The upcoming work aligns with the City's proactive approach to ensuring a reliable future water supply. As part of its infrastructure maintenance programme, the city aims to address unaccounted-for water by upgrading and modernising key components of the water system. 'The work forms part of the Water and Sanitation Directorate's proactive infrastructure maintenance and upgrade programme, which ensures the future continuity of water supply,' the city said. Cape Town officials added that while the water shutdown may cause inconvenience, it is carefully scheduled to minimise household impact. Residents of Kelderhof Estate are encouraged to store sufficient water before the outage. The city advises that water be stored in clean, sealed containers and that taps be kept closed during the interruption to avoid damage or water loss once the supply is restored. 'Sometimes the maintenance work can be more complex than anticipated, which means the work could take longer,' the city cautioned. Residents may also notice discoloured or milky water once the supply is back. This is a typical result of trapped air in the pipes and should clear up if left to stand in a glass. All areas where water maintenance is taking place are considered construction zones and are off-limits to the public. For updates during the shutdown, including the locations of water tankers if deployed, residents can follow @CityofCTAlerts on X (formerly Twitter). Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
25-04-2025
- General
- The South African
Cape Town announces a 12-hour water shutdown
The City of Cape Town will carry out scheduled water infrastructure upgrades in Da Gama Park on Saturday, 26 April. The maintenance work, which includes replacing 130 metres of the water main along Da Gama Road, will result in a water shutdown from 9:00 to 21:00. The upgrade addresses ongoing pipe bursts that have affected the area in recent months. City officials emphasised the importance of the planned maintenance, describing it as a critical step in ensuring long-term water supply reliability. 'This critical maintenance work is done on our water supply infrastructure to benefit customers,' the city said in a statement. The targeted section of Da Gama Road has suffered repeated pipe failures, prompting urgent action to reduce the risk of further service interruptions. The affected areas include Glen Oak Road, Glen Hurst Road, Glen Road and nearby streets, where residents may experience low pressure or a complete loss of water during the maintenance period. In preparation for the temporary shutdown, the City has advised residents to store sufficient water in clean, sealed containers. 'Residents are advised to store enough water in advance, as a precautionary measure,' the city said. It also reminded residents to keep taps closed to prevent water loss or damage when restoring the supply. Once water is turned back on, it may appear discoloured or milky due to trapped air in the pipes. The city assured residents this is temporary, and the water will clear up if left to stand. All work sites are considered construction zones and are off-limits to the public. The city urged residents to avoid these areas for their safety. They also acknowledged the potential for delays. 'Sometimes the maintenance work can be more complex than anticipated, which means the work could take longer,' officials noted. Residents are encouraged to follow @CityofCTAlerts on X (formerly Twitter) for real-time updates and information about water tankers, if necessary. Let us know by leaving a comment below or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
