Johannesburg Water is currently repairing a burst water pipe at the corner of 9th Street and 12th Avenue in Orange Grove. Water supply will be cut off at the Linksfield Reservoir to allow the repair work. There is no estimated time for restoration yet. Updates will be provided as information becomes available.
Key details from the notice
- Reason for outage: Burst water pipe on a take-off from a 750mm pipeline at the corner of 9th Street and 12th Avenue, Orange Grove.
- Location of work: 9th Street & 12th Avenue, Orange Grove.
- Area affected: Parts of Norwood, Fairwood, Orange Grove, Bramley North, Highlands North, Sydenham, Linksfield, Linksfield Ridge, Fellside, Victory Park, Abbotsford, Oaklands, The Gardens, Maryvale, Mountain View, Dunhill, and surrounding areas.
- Impact: Water supply isolated (closed) at the Linksfield Reservoir to enable repairs.
- Estimated restoration time: Not available at this time.
- Contact for service queries: Phone 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699; Email fault@jwater.co.za; Facebook: Johannesburg Water; X: @JHBWater.
- Source: Johannesburg Water notice dated 08 May 2026, 12:50.
- Further information: Updates will be shared as information becomes available.
What residents should do during the outage
- Plan for potential water use reductions in affected areas.
- Store water for essential needs where possible (drinking, cooking, sanitation).
- Monitor official channels for restoration updates from Johannesburg Water.
- Avoid using mains taps in affected streets until water service is restored.
- Report any issues or queries via the contact details above.
Frequently asked questions
- What areas will be affected by the burst pipe at 9th Street and 12th Avenue? The affected areas include Norwood, Fairwood, Orange Grove, Bramley North, Highlands North, Sydenham, Linksfield, Linksfield Ridge, Fellside, Victory Park, Abbotsford, Oaklands, The Gardens, Maryvale, Mountain View, and Dunhill, plus surrounding areas.
- When will water return to Orange Grove and surrounding areas? There is no estimated time for restoration yet. Updates will be provided as information becomes available.
- Why is there a water outage in Illovo/near 9th Street and 12th Avenue? Because Johannesburg Water is repairing a burst pipe on a 750mm pipeline, which requires isolating water supply at the Linksfield Reservoir, affecting several nearby areas.
- What should residents do during the outage in Orange Grove? Store enough water for essential use, monitor official updates, and contact Johannesburg Water for queries.
- Who can residents contact for updates or issues? Phone 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699, email fault@jwater.co.za, or via Johannesburg Water on Facebook or X (@JHBWater).
What to expect next
- Johannesburg Water will issue updates as more information becomes available.
- Once repairs are complete, water will be restored gradually to affected areas.
- Keep an eye on the official notice page for the latest information: Johannesburg Water notices.
For more Johannesburg Water notices, visit the page: Johannesburg Water Notices.