City imposes Level 1 water restrictions

Some dams may be almost full, but the issues are far more complex and rain patterns are not predictable, Fourways Review reports.

In light of this, Johannesburg Water has put in place Level 1 water restrictions, as the Vaal Dam water levels are below 80 percent.

READ MORE: Cape Town to introduce level 6 water restrictions in new year to avoid running dry

The City has also urged residents to comply with the City’s bylaws.

Residents are only allowed to water gardens between 6pm and 6am, and are prohibited from using a hosepipe carrying municipal water to clean paved areas and driveways.

In order to save water, residents are advised to follow these tips:

• Use grey bath water for paved areas
• Shower for only 2 mins
• Turn off taps when brushing your teeth and shaving
• Only flush the toilet when necessary.

See Johannesburg Water’s tweets below:

#LEVEL1WaterRestriction
You’re ONLY allowed to water gardens between 18h00- 06h00am. pic.twitter.com/XmcsleUsrX

— Johannesburg Water (@JHBWater) January 22, 2018

#LEVEL1WaterRestrictions
Consumers are prohibited from using a hose-pipe to clean paved areas and driveways with municipal water. ^NN pic.twitter.com/Yv3p8obTvY

— Johannesburg Water (@JHBWater) January 22, 2018

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