Starting Tuesday, 6 February 2024, several areas in Cape Town will experience water restrictions faster than you can say “Where’s my shower bucket?”
Cape Town water restrictions set for these areas starting Tuesday, 6 February 2024
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate is rolling up its sleeves for some much-needed TLC on our water supply infrastructure.
While the intention is to benefit customers, the immediate effect might feel more like a dry spell.
On Tuesday, Oakdale, Blommendal, Blomtuin, Eikenbosch, and Chrismar won’t just be missing vowels in their names; they’ll be missing water from 10:00 to 16:00.
Wednesday sees Capri dry from 10:00 to 14:00, and the waterworks drama returns to Blommendal and Blomtuin, extending their cameo in this saga from 10:00 to 16:00.
Not to be left out, Strand will have its water supply shut off for a meter installation, and Upper Newlands and Rondebosch are also on the maintenance hit list, facing disruptions and pressure fluctuations.
So, how does one prepare for a waterless existence, albeit temporary?
Firstly, don’t panic. It’s not the apocalypse, just very inconvenient maintenance.
Store water like a squirrel stores nuts for winter — in clean, sealed containers. Keep your taps closed tighter than your secrets to prevent water loss or damage when the supply magically reappears.
And if the water looks a bit funky once it’s back, give it a moment. It’s just aerated, not contaminated.
The City has apologised for any inconvenience caused, which is a polite way of saying, “Sorry for the dry skin and dirty dishes in advance.”
This critical work includes zero-pressure tests and conditional assessments, ensuring our taps don’t do a vanishing act in the future.
These measures are part of the City’s grand plan to manage our water demand more effectively, aiming to reduce pipe bursts and water wastage.
