Refuse collection for today is still underway
The refuse collection services are still busy with today’s schedule due to delays in collection. Teams will still complete today’s work today.
Issued by George Municipality, 9 Oct 2023 @16:25
Notices
GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 9 October 2023
GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – 9 October 2023
Issued 9 October 2023, George Municipality
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 100 %
Rainfall for the previous 7 days 68 mm(Measured since last week -2023)
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
Update on bulk water supply pipeline failure, 9 Oct 2023 @15:00
UPDATE ON BULK WATER SUPPLY PIPELINE FAILURE, 9 October 2023 @15:00
Work continues on the pipeline in Botanical Gardens which failed this morning resulting in loss of water in the Bo-Dorp and George Central. The Estimated Time of Repair (ETR) is 3 hours due to difficult site conditions.
A Fire Department water tanker is stationed at Caledon Street behind the Library. A water tanker will also roam in the affected areas.
RESIDENTS ARE URGED TO USE WATER SPARINGLY
Issued George Municipality
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Update on bulk water supply pipeline failure, 9 Oct 2023 @12:15
Work continues on the pipeline in Botanical Gardens which failed this morning resulting in loss of water in the Bo-Dorp and George Central.
A Fire Department water tanker is stationed at Caledon Street behind the Library.
A water tanker will also roam in the affected areas
RESIDENTS ARE URGED TO USE WATER SPARINGLY
Issued George Municipality
UPDATE ON BULK WATER SUPPLY PIPELINE FAILURE, 9 October @ 09h45
Excavation on the 500mm Caledon bulk water supply pipeline has resumed this morning although the saturated soil continues to be problematic. No ETR can be given on the repairs at this time.
Another pipeline in Botanical Gardens also failed this morning resulting in loss of water in the Bo-Dorp and George Central. Work has begun on the pipe and ETR is 5 hours.
A water tanker will roam in the affected areas.
RESIDENTS ARE URGED TO USE WATER SPARINGLY
Unplanned Power Outage in Thembalethu
An unplanned power outage has been reported in Thembalethu. Electricians have been dispatched to investigate.
UPGRADING OF SEWER NETWORK MEENT STREET
The upgrade of sewer infrastructure servicing Meent Street, Heather Park will have an impact on residents and road users for the estimated period from 11 September 2023 to 15 December 2023.
DESCRIPTION:
To accommodate current and future sewage flows a section of sewerage reticulation in Meent Street must be upgraded. The scope of works consists of trench excavations for the construction of a 400m gravity sewer pipeline.
PROJECT PERIOD:
11 September 2023 to 15 December 2023
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Municipal services may be disrupted during construction. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions will be sent out via social media. The contractor will communicate directly with residents regarding access to properties.
WORKING HOURS:
Working hours will be from 07h00 to 17h00 Mondays to Fridays and 07h00 – 14h00 on Saturdays as may be needed.
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users and pedestrians need to exercise caution throughout the duration of the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary road signage and road markings.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the site will be strictly controlled. No member of the public will be allowed access to the construction area, in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES: – WJ Civils attention Mr. Markus Du Plessis on 044 871 0414.
George Municipality apologises for the inconvenience and appeals to road users to be patient and exercise caution during the upgrade. Please look out for and adhere to temporary road signage and roadworks personnel.
UPDATE ON CALEDON BULK WATER SUPPLY PIPELINE FAILURE, 8 October
Excavation on the 500mm Caledon bulk water supply pipeline has proved extremely difficult due to saturated soil from 2 days of rain and overflow from nearby stream. Heavy machinery approaching site may damage pipe further due to the soft soil. Repairs will continue on Monday once water drains from soil.
We have no reports of areas without water, only a few with low water pressure. Any residents who have NO water must please report to our After Hours Number 044 801 6300 with your address.
RESIDENTS ARE URGED TO USE WATER SPARINGLY
issued George Municipality
ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE, Sunday , 08 October 2023
Owing to improved generation performance, loadshedding will remain suspended until 16:00 on Monday. Thereafter, Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 until 05:00 on Tuesday. Loadshedding will then be suspended from 05:00 until 16:00 on Tuesday.
This pattern of suspending loadshedding from 05:00 until 16:00 and implementing Stage 2 loadshedding from 16:00 until 05:00, will be repeated daily until further notice. Eskom will communicate should any significant changes occur.
George will be affected as follows:
Sunday 08/10/2023
None
Monday 09/10/2023
18:00 – 20:30
Tuesday 10/10/2023
18:00 – 20:30
Wednesday 11/10/2023
02:00 – 04:30
Thursday 12/10/2023
02:00 – 04:30
Friday 13/10/2023
16:00 – 18:30
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Sunday 08/10/2023
None
Monday 09/10/2023
21:00 – 23:30
Tuesday 10/10/2023
21:00 – 23:30
Wednesday 11/10/2023
None
Thursday 12/10/2023
None
Friday 13/10/2023
19:00 – 21:30
TAKE NOTE: LOW WATER PRESSURE IN BODORP – 8 October, 12h15
Pipe failure found in Bodorp area – residents can expect low water pressure.
Residents in this area who have NO water must please report to our After Hours Number with your address
044 801 6300
RESIDENTS ARE URGED TO USE WATER SPARINGLY
Updates will be provided.