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The adjustment involved an increase of the coagulant dosage to the water coming into the treatment plant as a result of the recent heavy downpour which impacted the water quality in the Kleinplaas dam.

The situation is similar to that experienced in March this year when the water coming into the treatment plant darkened after rainfall due to the fires in the Catchment area. This adjustment is an integral part of the water treatment process to remove and prevent discoloured water leaving the plant. 

Residents in the Brackenfell, Groenvallei, Kuils River and Stikland areas may notice slight changes in water colour and taste, if any, later this evening or tomorrow, Sunday 9 May.
 
The City would like to reassure the residents that it is attending to the matter and attempting to reduce the possible impact.
 
Residents are advised that the water remains safe to drink, and the taste should return to the standard expected shortly.

 
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