Themba Gadebe, spokesman for the metro, says the problem is due to the failure of the Rietfontein booster pump, which pumps water to the Dal Fouche tower.
“There have been a number of challenges which were experienced with the Rietfontein Pump Station which feeds to the tower in Dal Fouche,” he says.
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“We have also had vandalism where the telemetry system was destroyed by vandals, together with other equipment.”
Gadebe adds that the biggest problem, which made the complications persist for a long period of time, was the communication between the tower and the pumps.
“At some stages, we even had to operate on a timer while awaiting the procurement of telemetry.
“The situation is being monitored with assistance from Erwat.
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“Erwat has been given full responsibility for reservoirs and water booster pumps by the water and sanitation department.”
The pump station is currently operational and is automated.
