City of Ekurhuleni announced that the repairs to the water reticulation network in Kempton Park is expected to be completed today.
“As of this morning 90 per cent of repairs had been completed by the city’s technicians and continue to do so,” said CoE spokesperson Themba Gadebe.
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He said the Isando supply system is open and providing water to the following areas:
- Spartan.
- Kempton Park CBD.
- Glen Marais.
- Allen Grove.
- Aston Manor.
- Bredell.
- Bonaero Park.
“The team suffered a setback when they discovered that the anchor block of the 1000mm steel pipe also had a leak. This delayed the supply of water to Croydon and Isando Industries. It is currently being repaired and should be fixed by this afternoon,” said Gadebe.
He said two valves are also being installed at Sasol and nearby areas and this should be completed within a few hours.
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Ward 16 Clr Jaco Terblanche said water supply is being phased in and all areas ought to be restored today.
“The CBD area including Commissioner street will have low water pressure until such time that water supply from the main reservoir is restored.”
CoE predicted that repairs to the water reticulation network will be completed this afternoon.
Terblanche said water supply should be restored by 8pm.
