Residents in several areas across Cape Town will experience water shutdowns as the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate undertakes critical maintenance work. The planned activities, aimed at upgrading the water infrastructure, will take place on Thursday, 10 October. The city urges residents in affected areas to prepare accordingly by storing enough water in advance.
Areas affected by water shutdowns
Parts of Fish Hoek and Glencairn, including Berg Road, Pass Road, and Reids Way, will see water disruptions from 9:00 until 17:00. The maintenance team will replace fire hydrants in these areas, with the city asking residents to store water in clean, sealed containers. Similarly, residents in the Strand area will experience a shutoff from 8:00 to 17:00, as upgrades to the water supply infrastructure will include the installation of seven control valves. Due to a defective control valve, the scope of this disruption could not be reduced.
The Parow area, including Parow Central, Fairfield Estate, and Churchill Estate, will also be affected. Water in these areas will be shut off between 10:00 and 16:00 as the maintenance team installs a water meter and a Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) on the main water supply pipeline.
Proactive measures for future continuity
The city emphasised that this maintenance work is part of a more extensive program to ensure the water supply’s future continuity. By addressing unaccounted-for water losses, the city aims to improve the efficiency of its water infrastructure.
“The city sincerely regrets any inconvenience,” the city said.
Residents are reminded that, following water restoration, the supply may appear discoloured or milky due to trapped air in the pipes. “If left to stand in a glass, the appearance will become clear, like normal,” the city added.
How residents can prepare
To minimise the impact, the city recommends storing enough water before the disruptions begin. Additionally, all repair sites are considered construction zones, making them off-limits to the public for safety reasons. In some instances, the maintenance may take longer than anticipated if complexities arise.
The City of Cape Town remains committed to upgrading its water supply systems.
Are you prepared for the disruptions in your area?
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