Progress in restoring water to affected residents in Knysna
The municipality has confirmed new water pumps have successfully been installed at the Charlesford pump station.
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CAPE TOWN - After 12 days without water, progress is finally on the horizon for the Knysna residents.
The municipality has confirmed that new water pumps have been successfully installed at the Charlesford pump station.
Testing is now underway to ensure the system is safe, stable and fully operational.
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Residents who do have access to running water are being urged to continue using it sparingly.
The municipality has also advised residents to boil water before drinking it or using it for cooking.
African National Congress (ANC) provincial spokesperson, Khalid Sayed, welcomed the progress, saying public resources and infrastructure should be protected, improved, and equitably shared.
"This marks a significant step forward in restoring water to communities that have been without this basic necessity for over a week."