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Salvokop reservoir to undergo repairs for 12 hours
Areas in the west and central parts of Johannesburg can anticipate a 12-hour water interruption on October 2 as the metro plans to conduct maintenance work on the Salvokop Reservoir. This essential maintenance will lead to a water supply interruption from 08:00 to 20:00.
The following suburbs will be affected:
- Arcadia Ext 6
- Arcadia, west of Eastwood Street
- Muckleneuk, north of the rail line
- Pretoria Central, south of Visagie Street
- Pretoria Ext 15
- Pretoria Town and Townlands 351-JR
- Prinshof 280-JR
- Prinshof 349-JR
- Salvokop Ext 1, 2 and 3
- Sunnyside
- Trevenna
Residents are encouraged to implement the following water-saving tips to assist in alleviating the current situation:
- Avoid watering or irrigating gardens with hosepipes or sprinkler systems between 06:00 and 18:00.
- Refrain from washing vehicles with hosepipes.
- Avoid filling swimming pools.
- Consider installing low-flow shower heads and tap aerators where feasible.
- Opt for a dual-flush toilet cistern.
- Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs in the garden.
- Use a broom instead of a hosepipe for cleaning driveways or patios.
- Collect rainwater for reuse in the garden or car washing.
- Cover swimming pools to reduce water evaporation.
- Take shorter showers instead of baths.
- Turn off taps while brushing teeth or shaving.
- Regularly check for leaks in toilets and taps.
- Avoid filling storage tanks to allow the system to stabilize.
The metro extends apologies to the impacted customers for any inconvenience caused. For further information on the matter, please contact bennittb@rekord.co.za or call 083 625 4114.
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