Households in the greater area of Gansbaai may notice discoloured drinking water.
The colour in the 'raw' water is caused by the Fynbos in the catchment areas and is not harmful.
The Municipality is adjusting the treatment process and dosing equipment at the treatment works.
The colour will take a few days to stabilise in the network.
The treated water is 100% safe for human consumption and complies fully with SANS 241 standards.
Overstrand Municipality serves the communities of Gansbaai, Stanford, Hermanus, and Hangklip / Kleinmond, including suburbs, settlements, and villages. With a population of over 135,000 people spread across more than 1,700 km², Overstrand Municipality plays a central role in keeping day-to-day life...
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