KZN water is in a healthy state heading into winter 28 May 2021 - 08:00 Midmar Dam in Howick continues to spill following good rains in its catchments and maximised pumping from the Mooi River, according to a statement by Umgeni Water. Image: Umgeni Water
The status of water supply in KZN is healthy as the dry season approaches.
The latest analysis of water resources in Umgeni Water, the largest system in KwaZulu-Natal, which serves four municipalities, was contained in a quarterly report for the period January to April 2021.
In a statement, Umgeni Water spokesperson Shami Harichunder said assessments by the entity showed that the Umgeni, south coast, north coast, upper Thukela and Ixopo systems had adequate water resources to meet full demands during the winter months, and beyond.
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DURBAN – The major water systems in Umgeni Water’s supply area remain in a healthy state as the dry season approaches. This, according to Umgeni Water s Shami Harichunder.
He said assessments done by Umgeni Water show that the Mgeni, South Coast, North Coast, Upper Thukela and Ixopo systems have adequate water resources to meet full demands during the winter months and beyond.
“This means there is no risk of water shortages occurring in this period,” he said.
The latest analysis of the status of water resources in the vast operational area of Umgeni Water is contained in a quarterly report for the period January – April 2021 and prepared by Umgeni Water.