Johannesburg Water has updated residents about an unplanned water interruption in Robindale. Two out of three burst pipes at Eland Road, Rietbok Avenue, and Cherry Drive have been repaired. The team is now working on the remaining burst pipe. Water supply remains isolated in the affected area to allow safe and effective repairs and to prevent further water loss. The Linden 2 Reservoir area is affected. Ongoing rainy weather has slowed repair work, and there is currently no estimated time of restoration. Residents in the area may experience low water pressure or no water until repairs are completed. Johannesburg Water apologises for the inconvenience and thanks affected residents for their understanding. Ends
Key details about the notice
- Affected area: Linden 2 Reservoir
- Location of bursts: Eland Road, Rietbok Avenue, Cherry Drive in Robindale
- Progress: Two pipes repaired; one pipe still being repaired
- Reason for outage: Unplanned burst pipes causing water loss
- Current status: Water supply isolated in the area for safety and effective repair work
- Weather impact: Ongoing rainy conditions delaying repairs
- Estimated restoration time: Not yet available
- Impact on residents: Low water pressure or no water in the affected area
- Issued by: Johannesburg Water Communication and Marketing
- Contact for queries: 0860 056 2874 / 011 688 1699 or fault@jwater.co.za
- Source: Johannesburg Water notices
What residents should do during this outage
- Conserve water where possible to reduce pressure on the system
- Report any service issues to the provided contact channels
- Avoid using large amounts of water until restoration is confirmed
- Monitor local updates for any changes to ETR or restoration timing
- Hydration and household planning: have alternatives ready if supply is disrupted for extended periods
Frequently asked questions
- When will water return in Robindale? A: The notice states there is no estimated time of restoration at this stage due to ongoing repairs and weather conditions.
- Why is there no water in Robindale? A: There are unplanned burst pipes at Eland Road, Rietbok Avenue, and Cherry Drive; two pipes have been repaired and one remains, with water supply isolated for safety.
- What areas are affected by this outage? A: The Linden 2 Reservoir area in Robindale is affected.
- What caused the outage in Robindale? A: Unplanned burst pipes that led to water loss and the need to isolate the supply for repairs.
- What should residents do during the outage in Robindale? A: Conserve water, monitor updates, and contact Johannesburg Water if you have queries.
- How can I contact Johannesburg Water for updates? A: Call 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699, or email fault@jwater.co.za.
- Where can I read more Johannesburg Water notices? A: Visit the official notices page at Johannesburg Water notices and for more notices go to Johannesburg Water notices.