Minister Mchunu and mayor Johnson visit affected Bay dams – NMBM

MORE THAN 15 000 HOUSEHOLDS USE WATER CARELESSLY IN THE METRO.

More than 15 000 bay households are still using water carelessly. This was revealed by the Minister of Water and Sanitation Honourable Senzo Mchunu at a community meeting held at the Walmer Multi-Purpose Centre this afternoon.

Minister Mchunu said that the Municipality has developed a system that identifies households that have a high water usage.

He said tha identified households will be heavily fined and have water flow restrictors installed in their premises.

The Minister pleaded with residents to save water and encouraged them to report water leaks.

Residents raised their concerns with the Minister. Top of the list was water leaks, perceived lack of urgency from the officials dealing with the water crisis and the need for the community to be involved in more projects.

Also in attendance were the Executive Mayor, Cllr. Eugene Johnson, the Member of the Mayoral Committee for Roads and Transport, Cllr. Itumeleng Ranyele, and the Ward Councillors.

Residents are encouraged to report water leaks via the following platforms:

WhatsApp on 0647447721

Email – waterleaks@mandelametro.gov.za

Call Centre– 0800 20 50 50.

#SavewaterNow

#EveryDropCounts

MINISTER MCHUNU AND MAYOR JOHNSON VISIT AFFECTED BAY DAMS

June 16, 2022

Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor, Cllr Eugene Johnson, accompanied by Minister of Water and Sanitation, Honourable Senzo Mchunu, today, visited the Bay’s western water supply dams.

The visit to the affected dams forms part of the minister’s working visit to Nelson Mandela Bay, which began at the Impofu dam.

At the moment, no water is being extracted from the Impofu dam, however a contractor has been appointed to move the barge. Once fully operational, in less than three weeks, the dam will produce the 30 mega liters per day it previously produced.

Afterward, the delegation visited the nearby Kouga dam, where they met the Chairperson of the Kouga Irrigation Board, as well as provincial officials.

Also at the Kouga dam, the Mayor and the Minister met a community group from neighboring towns and were invited to join in the prayer for rain.

The Minister and the Mayor thanked the community for standing in solidarity with all Bay citizens.

The day concluded a the Walmer Multipurpose Centre where the Minister and the Mayor briefed members of the community about the work being done to avert dry taps in Nelson Mandela Bay.

WATER DISRUPTIONS MAY OCCUR IN PARTS OF THE CITY DUE TO PLANNED SHUTDOWNS- UPDATE

June 15, 2022

The Municipality wishes to inform residents that the planned shutdown scheduled for June 14, 2022 has been extended into today, June 15, 2022.

The shutdown will allow for the installation of critical valves and flow meters at the Nottingham Reservoir.

Currently, the pipeline is being drained so that fittings can be welded on.

Areas that may be affected include:

1. Macleanville

2. Parsons Hill

3. Kensington

4. Millard Grange

5. Prince Alfred’s Park

6. PE Central

These areas fall within Wards 5 and 7.

The planned shutdown is essential for the integration of groundwater supply into the reservoir.

Businesses and residents are urged to continue using water sparingly.

UPDATE ON PLANNED SHUTDOWNS MAY CAUSE WATER DISRUPTIONS IN PARTS OF THE CITY

The Municipality wishes to inform residents that the planned shutdown scheduled for June 28, 2022 has been moved ahead to tomorrow, June 14, 2022.

We will be taking advantage of the current water supply disruptions being experienced in the Fort Nottingham Reservoir supply zone and this shutdown will allow for the installation of critical valves and flow meters.

Areas that may be affected include:

1. Macleanville

2. Parsons Hill

3. Kensington

4. Millard Grange

5. Prince Alfred’s Park

6. PE Central

These areas fall within Wards 5 and 7.

The above planned shutdown is essential for the integration of groundwater supply into this reservoir.

Residents and businesses are encouraged to please use water sparingly during this time.

WATER OUTAGES UPDATE 

The main distribution reservoir remains low. However, for the most part, the distribution system is stable.

Emerald Hill Zone:

Greenshields, Fairview, Newton Park, Greenacres and other areas in this zone have water although water pressure in these areas is low at the moment.

Fairview Reservoir Zone:

The installation of meters for the commissioning of boreholes in the area had an impact on Kensington and surrounding areas. Teams have completed their work in the area, and the reservoir has reached 25% capacity.

Bethelsdorp Reservoir Zone :

The northern areas served by the Bethelsdorp reservoir encountered water shortages when the reservoir ran dry. This was caused by a pipe failure on the reservoir’s supply main. The pipe has since been repaired, and we anticipate a gradual restoration of water to the affected areas. Meanwhile, water trucks have been organized to provide an alternative water source for the affected areas.

Struandale Reservoir Zone:

The reservoir level is now at 11%. Areas that fall under this zone should have water. We will continue to monitor the situation in the zone that comprises of New Brighton, parts of Kwazakhele and Zwide.

Gelvandale Reservoir Zone:

The reservoir is currently at 4%, and we’re encountering water disruptions in this area. Helenvale, Algoa Park, and sections of Zwide and Kwazakhele are among the places most affected. Water trucks have been arranged.

Greenbushes Reservoir Zone:

Water has been diverted from this reservoir to the places described above.

Residents are cautioned that the bulk water supply is vulnerable since no water can be extracted from the Impofu dam because it is too low. Only Churchill provides water, which is insufficient and is currently being supplemented by over-abstraction from Loerie Dam. This is merely a temporary solution, and water will have to be reduced again as of tomorrow. As a result, we urge residents to use water sparingly.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

UPDATE ON THE 48-HOUR SHUTDOWN REQUIRED FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE CHURCHILL PIPELINE.

All repairs and maintenance work on the Churchill pipeline was completed yesterday afternoon.

Teams will now start recommissioning the pipeline.

We thank residents for their continued patience throughout the repair process.

UPDATE ON THE 48-HOUR SHUTDOWN OF THE CHURCHILL PIPELINE 

Work on the Churchill pipeline is ongoing and on track. The majority of the tasks have been completed, and the team is currently working on repairs inside the pipeline.

Prior to recommissioning the pipeline, it must be cured.

If everything goes according to plan, the recommissioning will be done tomorrow morning, Wednesday, June 8, 2022.

Therafter, we anticipate that It will take most of the day for supply to be restored to all affected areas.

Affected areas include:

1. Parts of Walmer

2. Walmer Township

3. Walmer Downs

4. Walmer Heights

5. Mangold Park

6. Glen Hurd

7. Glendinningvale

8. Pari Park

9. Glendore Road

10. Perridgevale

11. Adcockvale

12. Newton Park

13. Parsons Hill

14. Greenacres

15. Greenacres Hospital

16. St Georges Hospital

17. Parts of Cotswold

18. Richmond Hill

19. Parts ofSchauderville

20. Linkinkside

21. Mill Park

22. Parts of Central

23. Mount Croix

24. Deal Party

25. North End

26. Sydenham

27. Central

28. Coastal towns of Kouga LM

29. Blue horizon bay

30. Neave industrial area

Further updates will be provided regarding the restoration of water supply.

PLANNED WATER MAINTENANCE SHUTDOWNS MAY CAUSE WATER DISRUPTIONS IN PARTS OF THE CITY

The Municipality wishes to inform residents that a number of shutdowns are planned for the following reservoir zones:

Glendinning Reservoir

1. Meters & Valves (Inlets) – Wednesday, June 1, 2022 – Completed successfully.

2. Meters & Valves (Outlets) – Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

Areas that may be affected include:

1. Kensington

2. Millard Grange

3. Mount Croix

4. North End

5. Part of Sydenham

6. Prince Alfred’s Park

7. Part of New Brighton

These areas fall within Wards 5, 7, 15.

Fort Nottingham Reservoir:

1. Meters & Valves (Inlets) – Postponed to Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

2. Meters & Valves (Outlets) – Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

Areas that may be affected incude:

1. Macleanville

2. Parsons Hill

3. Kensington

4. Millard Grange

5. Prince Alfred’s Park

These areas fall within Wards 5 and 7.

Fairview Reservoir:

1. Meters & Valves (Inlets) – Postponed, new date to be communicated.

2. Meters & Valves (Outlet) – Thursday, June 23, 2022.

Areas affected would include:

1. Korsten

2. Holland Park

3. Steytler Township

4. Macleanville

5. Adcockvale

6. Sydenham

7. Neave industrial

8. Part of new Brighton

These areas fall within Wards 7, 10, 11, 14 and 15.

The above planned shutdowns are essential to the integration of groundwater supply into these reservoirs.

Residents and businesses are encouraged to please use water sparingly during this time period.

WATER UPDATE

June 5, 2022:

Currently, the reticulation system is slowly recovering and the Nooitgedagt Water Treatment Works, which supplies water to the Western Suburbs, is running at full capacity.

Unfortunately, water consumption is too high and no water is being stored.

Residents are urged to use water only for essential needs so that the system can fully recover overnight.

Residents are also asked not to fill rainwater tanks with municipal water, since this puts a great strain on the reticulation system. The process of filling a rainwater tank can use up to a month’s supply of water in one day, making it extremely difficult for the system to recover.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

UPDATE ON SHUTDOWN BY ESKOM THAT MAY CAUSE WATER DISRUPTIONS.

Most of the areas affected by the ESKOM shutdown at Nooitgedagt Treatment Works have recovered with an exception of the higher lying areas that are still busy recovering from low water pressure and water disruptions.

We ask that residents use water for essential purposes only to speed up the recovery of pressure to all areas.

We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused.