Pretoria residents urged to save water
Rand Water has shutdown the Lesotho Highlands as part of a Project which began on 1 October 2019 .
The Tshwane municipality has urged residents to use water sparingly after reservoir levels across the city dropped severely in the past days
Utility services MMC Abel Tau said Rand Water restricted had its water supply by 30 percent.
“The water demand is extremely high because of the high temperatures currently being experienced and the reservoirs cannot keep up,” he said.
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He said Rand Water informed the city of a planned shutdown of the Lesotho Highlands water project tunnel from 1 October, until 30 November 2019.
“The tunnel will be shut and drained for inspection and maintenance purposes, thus suspending water transfers into the integrated Vaal river system,” he said.
“Therefore, the city appeals to all residents to utilise water sparingly during this time.”
Residents were reminded of the following hints provided in terms of the partial restrictions that the Tshwane metro announced in May last year:
* Water gardens before 06:00 or after 18:00 and only when necessary.
* Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs in the garden.
* Use a broom instead of a hosepipe to clean driveways or patios.
* Use grey water to water gardens and flush toilets.
* Report water leaks and burst pipes.
* Install water-saving devices.
* Where possible, install a low-flow showerhead and tap aerators.
* Use a dual-flush toilet cistern.
* Collect rainwater to reuse in the garden or to wash the car.
* Cover the swimming pool to reduce evaporation.
* Take a quick shower rather than a bath.
* Close a running tap while brushing teeth or shaving.
* Regularly check toilets and taps for leaks.
“Residents are requested to remain vigilant in curbing wastage of this scarce resource and to make saving water a part of their lifestyles by following the above-mentioned tips,” the metro said.
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