The eThekwini Municipality has implemented a temporary water rationing plan, affecting over 40 areas, as it works to restore stability to the water supply network. The plan was put in place after a damaged valve at the Nagle Dam affected the supply of raw water, leaving reservoirs low and causing water disruptions across the municipality.
eThekwini Water Rationing Areas
The affected areas include Aloes, Avoca, Phoenix, Mount Moriah, KwaMashu, Ntuzuma, Inanda, Mzinyathi, Etafuleni, Newlands, Effingham, Mountview, Trenance, Oaklands, Buffelsdraai, Parkgate, Amouti / Amaoti, La Lucia, Gateway, Glenashley, Beachway, Umhlanga, Durban North, Sea Cow Lake, Springfield and Mount Edgecombe, among others.
According to the municipality, the temporary rationing plan will see some consumers receive water during the morning only, while others will receive water during both the morning and afternoon. The municipality has assured residents that these measures are temporary and are intended to restore stability to the network as quickly as possible while minimising widespread outages.
System Recovery and Rationing Plan
The municipality, in collaboration with uMngeni-uThukela Water, has implemented a system stabilisation and water rationing plan to support the recovery of the water supply network. The plan includes the use of water tankers, which will be coordinated through ward councillors. Residents can liaise with their ward councillors to get updates on the schedule for their respective areas.
For more information on water conservation and management, residents can visit the Department of Water and Sanitation website. The department provides valuable resources and tips on how to save water and reduce waste.
The eThekwini Municipality has also urged residents to report any water leaks or burst pipes to the municipality’s customer service centre. Residents can also report any issues with the water rationing plan to their ward councillors.
The following areas are affected by the water rationing plan:
- Northdene, Queensburgh, Malvern, Chatsworth, Shallcross, Savannah Park, Parts of Nagina, KwaSanti, Mawelewele, Welbedacht East, Welbedacht West, Luganda, Inteke, Klaarwater, Montford, Risecliffe, Moorton, Crossmoor, Woodhurst, Arena Park, UMlazi, Nsimbini, Folweni, Golokodo, Westville and Dawncliffe
- Pinetown, Sarnia, Westmead, Nazareth, Moseley Park, Cowies Hill, KwaDabeka, Clermont, Berkshire Downs and New Germany Industrial
The municipality has assured residents that the water rationing plan will be reviewed regularly and adjusted as necessary to ensure that the water supply network is restored to full capacity as soon as possible.
