City advises of water supply disruptions to Schaapkraal in Philippi
5 December 2022
Water supply pipes in the Schaapkraal area in Philippi have recently been upgraded. Two temporary shut downs are required to safely connect the new pipelines to the existing water supply network. Test runs have to be done before each of the main shutdowns, to check the valves and pressure and impact of the shutdown.For properties along the corner of Vlei Road and Olieboom Road; corner of Kraal Road and Olieboom Road; Kraal Road and North of Olieboom Road; Eighth Avenue:
- The test run will be on Tuesday, 6 December 2022. There may be a short 30 to 60 minute supply interruption between 09:00 and 18:00.
- The disruption will be on Thursday, 8 December 2022, from 09:00 until 18:00. Water supply will be shut off for these streets, but will be available from standpipes in the surrounding streets.
For properties along the corner of Strandfontein and Farm Field Road, Schaap Road, Schaap and First Avenue; Vlei and Middle Roads:
- The test run will be on Friday, 9 December 2022. There may be a short 30 to 60 minute supply interruption between 09:00 and 18:00.
- The disruption will be on Tuesday, 13 December 2022 from 09:00 until 18:00. Water supply will be shut off for these streets, but will be available from stand pipes in the surrounding streets.
Residents are kindly advised to:
- Store water upfront in clean, sealed containers for use during this period.
- Ensure taps are closed to avoid water loss and/or damage when the supply is restored.
- Get updates on the City’s Twitter account @CityofCTAlerts, or contact the City: WhatsApp: 060 018 1505; email water@capetown.gov.za or call: 0860 103 089.
This work forms part of the Water and Sanitation Directorate’s proactive pipe replacement programme which addresses the need for water supply network upgrades, in particular the distribution system to the consumers.
The City sincerely regrets any inconvenience caused, but it is imperative that it upgrades and maintains its water supply infrastructure to benefit its consumers. If there are complications with this upgrade, it may take longer for water supply to be restored.
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City of Cape Town, Media Office