Utilise the remaining water sparingly since rainfall is gradually fading
The summer is behind us now and less rain equates to less water in the storage, and this affects the supplier of water negatively.
Sandton residents and the surrounding area are urged to fix as many leaks as possible in their pipes, especially during dry seasons.
Water and Sanitation Communication Specialist Marcus Monyakeni highlighted that municipalities should work around the clock to amend the irregularities that contribute to water loss in the country.
“The major contributor to water losses comes from leaks in the infrastructure of municipalities.”
Monyakeni emphasises that to prevent water shortages during the impending winter is to instill in all water consumers the culture of conserving water during rainy seasons.
“Most of the water that is unaccounted for comes from leaks that have not been repaired, so municipalities need to embark on a fixing journey.”
He adds that communities should be given a toll-free line that is only used by municipalities for reporting water leaks.
“When municipalities have a toll-free number, communities can also be watchdogs by helping to report leaks in their communities to the municipalities.”
He concluded by pointing out that should one’s report not receive the desired attention, water users can escalate the matter to the Department of Water and Sanitation’s toll-free number, 0800 200 200.
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