The Western Cape government is closely monitoring a strained water supply in the Garden Route, as dam levels continue to decline across the region.
Current levels in the Gouritz River catchment, which includes the Little Karoo, Central Karoo and surrounding coastal areas, are sitting at just over 51%. While the situation remains a concern, officials have stressed that there is no immediate risk of a “Day Zero” scenario.
The Knysna Local Municipality has been the hardest hit, with the Akkerkloof Dam dropping to approximately 29%. Authorities are working to stabilise water supply in the area through a series of interventions.
Provincial head of Water and Sanitation Ntombizanele Bila-Mupariwa said efforts include the installation of boreholes and the transfer of water from alternative sources to support the struggling dam. A water specialist has also been appointed to assist the municipality in managing the shortages.
Bila-Mupariwa emphasised that collaboration across all levels of government is underway, with national support being provided to strengthen water security through groundwater resources.
Across the province, dam levels are currently averaging around 49%, a notable decrease from the more than 65% recorded during the same period last year.
While the situation is under control for now, authorities continue to urge proactive measures to safeguard water supply as pressure on resources increases.
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