Residents in parts of Tshwane will experience a temporary water shutdown on Monday, 3 March, due to scheduled maintenance at the Bronkhorstspruit Water Treatment Plant.
The interruption will last for nine hours, beginning at 8:00 and expected to end by 17:00, as the City carries out important work to install a new valve in the Ekandustria Reservoir system.
Affected Areas in Tshwane
The City of Tshwane has informed residents that several areas will be impacted by the water supply interruption. Specifically, the following locations will experience disruptions in water supply:
- Bronkhorstspruit Town
- Ekandustria
- Ekangala
- Rethabiseng
- Riamapark
- Zithobeni
- Thembisile Hani Local Municipality (which receives cross-border water supply)
Water Tankers on Standby for Affected Residents
To mitigate the inconvenience, the City will deploy roaming water tankers to the affected regions.
These tankers will be available to provide water to residents while the maintenance work is underway.
The municipality has expressed its apologies for any delays in restoring water supply and is committed to keeping residents informed throughout the process.
How to Prepare for Water Interruptions
As ongoing maintenance work continues, residents are encouraged to prepare in advance for water supply interruptions.
Stockpiling water for daily needs and being aware of when disruptions are scheduled can help make the process more manageable.
The City of Tshwane remains focused on completing the necessary upgrades to improve the water infrastructure and appreciates the community’s understanding.
Stay updated on the latest developments by following the City of Tshwane’s official channels, and let us know how you’re preparing for these water interruptions.