Watch water use during heat wave
Despite the intense heat, water use has remained moderate, and the city hopes this trend will continue.
The CoE commends communities for using water sparingly during the ongoing heatwave.
“Despite the unbearable heat, the city has observed the moderate water use in the region,” said CoE spokesperson Zweli Dlamini.
This contrasts with past experiences when water storage levels dropped tremendously due to high water demand because of the heat.
The city appeals to communities to continue preserving water. In doing this, the public is encouraged to practice, among others, the following:
• Avoid washing cars with hosepipes. Instead, use buckets;
• Avoid watering gardens during the day and opt for the early morning or evening hours;
• Sweep rather than use a hosepipe to clean pavements;
• Turn off taps while brushing teeth;
• Take short showers and avoid filling the bathtub; and
• Reuse water as much as possible. Reuse the water from washing clothes and rinsing fruit and vegetables for other purposes.
The city continuously monitors the reservoir levels to ensure sufficient water supply. In the case of a water shortage, the city will provide water tankers to the affected areas.
The public is encouraged to visit the city’s digital platforms for updates related to water supply interruptions.
The platforms are:
• X (formally Twitter): CoE_Call_Centre
• Siyakhokha website.
• Email: Call.Centre@ekurhuleni.gov.za
• My Ekurhuleni App
• Call Centre: 0860 543 000.
