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NMBBC Pleased at Dam Levels

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Kevin Hustler, CEO of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber had the following to say about the increasing metro dam levels; “Knowing the effect that the water crisis has on businesses and individuals in the Bay, the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has this year focused on sharing best water practices among business and promoting water conservation in our region. We are thrilled to see the dams at a current combined average total of 65.1%, and hope only to see that number climb. The Impofu dam’s level is still a concern at 38.2%, but we would hope to see that level rise as the dam receives inflow.

The filling of the dams comes at a cost, however, and we would urge the public to support the flood relief efforts of the Municipality and other local bodies in donating the blankets, mattresses and disposable nappies. We urge people to practice caution on our roads, and to respect road closures put in place for their own safety.

Water is still a scarce and precious resource, and we urge people to play their part in securing the city’s water supply.”

Click here to see all articles dealing with the dam levels and drought in Port Elizabeth.

Dam levels as at 10 June 2011:

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    • And well they should – ending a drought is child’s play in comparison to opening the gates of heaven………

    • And well they should – ending a drought is child’s play in comparison to opening the gates of heaven………

  2. Why dont the municipality take all the surplus charges that they have made in penalising people and businesses who have exceeded their quotas and donate that money to the relief program. It should not be budget money and hence not spendable on other items other than water management. They must have collected millions in excess.