Residents in several Helderberg communities faced temporary water-supply disruptions due to an urgent repair on a recently-fixed 600 mm-diameter water main in Onverwacht Road, Nomzamo.
The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate issued several alerts informing affected communities of the planned shutdown from Tuesday 22 April until Thursday 24 April.
The department stated that to ensure the safety of repair teams and facilitate the necessary work the water-supply disruptions affected Asanda Village, Lwandle, Nomzamo, Strand, Rusthof, Gustrouw, Broadlands Park, the Helderberg Industrial Area, Chris Nissen Park and Somerset Lakes.
Residents in these areas were advised to store sufficient water in clean, sealed containers in advance of the shutdown.
On Thursday 24 April, site assessments were completed and maintenance teams brought in the necessary pumps and excavation equipment. This while residents in Somerset West and Sir Lowry’s Pass Village were also strongly urged to reduce their water usage in this period.
The water supply to all areas was restored late during the evening.
The City apologised for any inconvenience caused by the water-supply disruptions and further implored residents seeking further information to call on 0860 103 089.
