Johannesburg Water reports an unplanned water interruption in Savoy due to a burst 375mm pipe at the corner of Louis Botha Avenue and Grenville Avenue. Water supply has been isolated to prevent further loss and repairs will begin as soon as possible. Residents in Savoy, Waverley, parts of Bramley and surrounding areas may experience low water pressure or no water. There is no estimated time of restoration yet; updates will be provided as progress is made.
Detailed list of key details
- Reason for outage: Burst 375mm water pipe at the corner of Louis Botha Avenue and Grenville Avenue, Savoy.
- Agency: Johannesburg Water.
- Date of notice: 28 April 2026.
- Time of notice: 13:00.
- Affected areas: Savoy, Waverley, parts of Bramley and surrounding areas.
- Action taken: Water supply isolated to prevent further water loss and to begin repairs.
- Current status: Low water pressure to no water for affected customers.
- Estimated restoration: Not provided; updates to follow as repairs progress.
- Where to report service queries: 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699, fault@jwater.co.za.
- Source: Johannesburg Water notice.
- Additional notices: More notices can be found at Johannesburg Water notices.
Frequently asked questions
What areas are affected by the Savoy water interruption?
The outage affects Savoy, Waverley, parts of Bramley and the surrounding areas.
Why is there no water in Savoy and nearby areas?
A burst 375mm pipe at the corner of Louis Botha Avenue and Grenville Avenue caused water to be isolated to prevent further loss and to enable repairs. This results in low water pressure or no water in the affected zones.
When will water return to Savoy, Waverley and Bramley?
There is no estimated restoration time provided yet. Johannesburg Water will share updates as repairs progress.
What should residents do during this outage?
• Conserve water where possible in the affected areas.
• Report any service issues to the provided contact numbers or email.
• Follow Johannesburg Water’s updates for the latest restoration information.
• Plan for possible alternative water sources if needed.
How can I get updates or report problems?
Contact Johannesburg Water via:
- Phone: 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699
- Email: fault@jwater.co.za
- Facebook: Johannesburg Water
- Twitter/X: @JHBWater