The Health and Allied Workers Indaba Trade Union posted a video of someone talking about the terrible conditions at the Prince Mshiyeni Hospital in UMlazi, eThekwini.
According to the video, the hospital has had no water for 3 weeks now.
The eThekwini Municipality said it is treating the water supply matter, with urgency.
eThekwini Spokesperson,Gugu Sisilana, said the City has experienced an increase in water demand since the commencement of the summer season, which resulted in low pressure and no water supply in critical points across supply systems.
“As part of concerted efforts to speedily remedy the situation, we can confirm that water started flowing at the hospital momentarily earlier today, however interventions to stabilise their system are not complete yet. A Municipal operations team is on-site and will continue to monitor the supply to the hospital and surrounding areas while investigating other factors.”
She also said demand for water has outstripped supply in the southern and northern areas of the City.
“The reality is that demand currently exceeds supply by approximately 100 megalitres a day, resulting in further strain on the system despite the water curtailment measures being in place.”
She said an immediate intervention is to ration areas with high demand, to build sufficient water levels, especially in the evenings.
Important numbers in eThekwini Municipality: Mobile App to log faults or send a WhatsApp to 073 1483 477. Alternatively, call the toll-free number on 080 311 1111 or email Eservices@durban.gov.za
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