The City’s Water and Sanitation Department will be conducting zero pressure tests on the main water supply to the Hout Bay area, which will result in the disruption of water supply to the Scottsville area on Monday, 7 February 2022, from 21:00 until 04:00 on Tuesday, 8 February 2022.

Zero-pressure testing is part of the installation process for pressure management technology. Tests are done to see if there are any unmapped inflows that need to be taken into account before smart pressure reducing valves are installed.

Zero pressure testing does not increase the risk of pipe bursts.

‘Residents are advised to store water in clean, sealed containers for use during this period and to ensure that their taps are closed to avoid water loss and/or damage when the supply is restored.

‘This work forms part of the City’s Water Demand Management Strategy. Managing water pressure more effectively reduces the possibility of pipe bursts and water wastage,’ said Councillor Zahid Badroodien, Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation.

The City regrets any inconvenience caused.

Source: City Of Cape Town