RESIDENTS and businesses are informed of a planned bulk water supply reduction on the Southern Aqueduct pipeline from today (August 19) to August 21, at 06:00.

According to eThekwini Municipality, the shutdown was originally scheduled for August 12 but was postponed due to inclement weather.

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“The City’s Water Operations Department will undertake a planned shutdown of the 950mm pre-stressed concrete pipeline (PCP) on the Southern Aqueduct on August 19. This is required to assist contractors in undertaking preparatory work for the new Southern Aqueduct Pipeline Upgrade Project,” said eThekwini in a statement.

The Southern Aqueduct will experience a reduction in bulk water supply, while the existing 1 200mm steel pipeline will remain operational and continue supplying water to the Western, Central and Southern regions.

“The City will monitor reservoir levels throughout the shutdown. Depending on demand and reservoir levels, reservoir outlets may be shut to preserve available storage and reduce recovery times,” eThekwini said in statement.

Affected areas include:

Bayview, Coedmore, Havenside, Phumphele, Umhlathuzana, Woodhurst, Woodlands and Yellowwood Park.

For more information regarding water supply, the public can download the eThekwini Municipality mobile app to log faults or send a WhatsApp message to 073 148 3477. Alternatively, call the toll-free number 080 311 1111 or email Eservices@durban.gov.za.

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