Water supply in Country View, Midrand has been affected by an unplanned interruption due to a burst pipe. Repairs have been completed and flushing is ongoing, but normal supply will take time to recover as the system rebuilds pressure. Lower-lying areas will receive water first while higher areas may see delays. A formal update will follow.
Key details about the outage
- Reason for outage: Burst pipe in Country View, Midrand.
- Repairs: Completed around midnight prior to the update.
- Current status: Water supply restored, but not yet at normal levels.
- Flushing: Reticulation flushing underway this morning to remove airlocks.
- Recovery: Water pressure will gradually return to full capacity; lower-lying areas recover first, higher-lying areas may have delays.
- Communication: A formal update will follow when more information is available.
- Place affected: Country View, Midrand (Johannesburg Water area).
- Contacts: Service queries can be logged via 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699, fault@jwater.co.za.
- Source of notice: Johannesburg Water.
- Further notices: More Johannesburg Water notices can be found here: Johannesburg Water – customer notices.
- Additional notices: See more notices here: Johannesburg Water notices.
Frequently asked questions
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When will water return to normal in Country View?
Water supply has been restored, but full normal pressure will take time as the system flushes airlocks. Lower-lying areas will see water first; higher-lying areas may experience delays. -
Why is there no water in Country View right now?
There was a burst pipe which interrupted the supply. Repairs were completed around midnight, and flushing is continuing to ensure the system clears air and stabilises pressure. -
What should residents do during this recovery period in Country View?
Expect varying pressure. Use water sparingly, especially in higher areas. If your area has low pressure for an extended period, contact Johannesburg Water using the numbers or email above. -
Who can I contact for updates or faults in Midrand/Country View?
Call 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699, or email fault@jwater.co.za. You can also check Johannesburg Water’s notices page for updates.