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Public Advisory – Unplanned Water Disruption Notice

WAF ADVISORY FOR WESTERN DIVISION: STORE WATER
The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) would like to advise its valued customers in the Western Division to prepare in advance for any potential water disruptions that may occur as a result of the recent heavy rains and subsequent flooding.
According to weather reports, this adverse weather will continue and, therefore, it is highly advisable for Fijians to prepare accordingly and to store enough water to last for at least 2 to 3 days, when it is available and while they still have the time to do so.
Heavy rainfall can have a negative impact on water supply systems, and cause blockages at the water intakes, disrupting operations, and leading to low reservoir levels.
Heavy rains also increase the level of turbidity (dirt in the water) since rainwater washes soil and sediment into the raw water sources and floodwaters carry in more dirt with them as they move.
As such, in situations where a water disruption does occur, as a result of the issues mentioned, the water that families would have stored will be able to cater to their immediate needs during the disruption period – early preparation is key.
While WAF teams will be attending to any faults that may occur as a result of blocked intakes and flooding, they will only be able to go out and conduct repair and restoration works once it is deemed safe to do so.
Water carting trucks are on standby and can be requested in the case of an emergency by calling 5777.
WAF advises customers to conserve and always store sufficient amounts of water, when it is available, to last for at least 2 to 3 days in their homes at all times. Customers are also encouraged to invest in storage containers or water tanks connected to the water system for storage and backup supply during any unplanned disruption that may arise due to emergency works or natural disasters.
For further enquiries, customers can call 3346777 and 5777 (all-mobile network users), or email contact@waf.com.fj
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