Nelson Mandela Bay dam levels 'declining at an alarming rate', says municipality
The municipality says catchment areas are not getting any rain and if the situation continues, they fear that dams will run dry.
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The municipality says catchment areas are not getting any rain and if the situation continues, they fear that dams will run dry.
Western Cape dam levels have dipped below 50%, a significant decrease from 65% this time a year ago, raising the possibility of pre-emptive water restrictions in some parts of the province.
Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said the municipality would continue to monitor water wastage around the city to stay within the target of 850 million litres per day.
High temperatures have hit some parts of the country, drying up water resources, and affecting supply.
Water disruptions have hit Kariega as a result of the ongoing drought and dwindling dam levels.This comes as the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality is urging all residents to reduce consumption immediately.