Water is currently one of the scarcest things on the planet so it is only right that we treat it as such.
Controlling the dam levels
The current dam levels in South Africa are currently in good standing. However, avoiding situations such as a possible draught is one of the crucial things that need to be controlled.
While the majority of the water levels in South Africa remain in good standing, the Eastern Cape is one region in which water remains to be extremely scarce. In light of the current drought, using this resource comes with great responsibility.
This week, Eastern Cape’s water storage is up at 77 percent. Although this is a stable amount of water, the supply is still under immense strain.
As of January, the water levels in South Africa are as follows:
- Gauteng dam levels – 101.8 percent
- Free State dam levels – 101.5 percent
- Kwa-Zulu Natal dam levels – 87.6 percent
- Mpumalanga dam levels – 97 percent
- Northern Cape dam levels – 98.6 percent
- Limpopo dam levels – 100.6 percent
- North West dam levels – 84.4 percent
- Western Cape dam levels – 68.9 percent
Now, Department of Water and Sanitation spokesperson, Wisane Mavasa relayed that the department is working with provinces to ensure that interventions to secure water supply is installed.
The department will also monitor funds in relation to this project to make sure that it is used appropriately. As for the dire water predicament in the Eastern Cape, part of the reason for this lies in corruption. Therefore water reticulation systems have been delayed for years.
To allow this project to take flight, South Africans are urged to use the supply wisely. If not, making sure the project succeeds will take a much longer time than needed.
Some pointers for using water wisely
- When brushing your teeth, make sure you do not leave the tap running
- Reuse water from your washing machine on your lawn
- Do not shower longer than you need to
- Make sure your taps are closed properly (remember, righty tighty, lefty loosely)
Source: Business Tech