8-hour maintenance to affect water supply in east next week
Water supply will be interrupted on Monday in Lynnwood Ridge, and La Montagne and Equestria on Tuesday.
Tshwane technicians are planning to carry out an eight-hour maintenance work on July 14, which will see the replacement of a valve and other water supply systems in Lynnwood Ridge.
Metro spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said the planned water supply interruption will affect Lynnwood Ridge.
“The work is planned for eight hours from 08:00 until 16:00.”
Meanwhile, an installation of a pressure-reducing valve and pipe fittings will be undertaken in Die Wilgers on July 15.
“For this installation work, it is anticipated that the water supply to La Montagne and Equestria will be interrupted for eight hours, from 08:00 until 16:00.”
Mashigo said Tshwane sincerely apologises for the inconvenience that may be encountered due to the above-mentioned planned work.
Residents are reminded of the following water-conservation measures:
– Do not water or irrigate gardens with hosepipes or sprinkler systems between 06:00 and 18:00.
– Do not wash vehicles with hosepipes.
– Do not fill swimming pools.
– Residents are urged to keep on using grey water to water gardens and flush toilets.
– Residents should report water leaks, burst pipes and all incidents where water is wasted.
He said where possible, water-saving devices should be installed.
Residents should make water conservation part of their everyday lives by making use of the following water-saving tips:
– Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators where possible.
– Use a dual-flush toilet cistern.
– Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs in the garden.
– Use a broom instead of a hosepipe when cleaning driveways or patios.
– Collect rainwater to reuse in the garden or wash the car.
– Cover the swimming pool to reduce water evaporation.
– Take a shower rather than a bath.
– Close a running tap while brushing teeth or shaving.
– Regularly check toilets and taps for leaks.
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