Durban — The eThekwini Municipality says that stage 6 load shedding a few days ago resulted in interruptions in the water supply system.
Municipal spokesperson Msawakhe Mayisela said Stage 6 load shedding over the past few days has resulted in interruptions to the power supply in major bulk water treatment works and in several strategic installations within the city.
“This has led to water outages in several areas across the city,” Mayisela said.
He said the city had dispatched tankers to affected areas.
“Technicians are working as quickly as possible to restore water supply.
“We urge communities to be patient as we work through this difficult period that the country is facing due to constraints on the national power grid,” Mayisela said.
The municipality said that for more information regarding water supply, the public could contact the toll-free number 080 311 1111 or use the eThekwini Water and Sanitation WhatsApp number 073 1483 477. Alternatively, email: [email protected]
Last week, the municipality issued a public notice that cable theft and load shedding caused an interruption of water supply in Umlazi and Mfume in the south of Durban.
It said the water supply would depend on the Eskom load shedding schedule for the reservoirs to recover.
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