eThekwini Municipality lifts boil water alert for Athlone Park and surrounding areas
Athlone Park residents can now safely drink tap water again as the eThekwini Municipality lifts the boil water alert, confirming compliance with national standards.
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The eThekwini Municipality has announced that the boil water alert has been lifted in areas of Athlone Park, Galleria Mall, Arbour Crossing, and Kingsway Hospital in the south of Durban.
The Mercury reported on November 30 that the City had issued a temporary boil water alert for these specific areas after water quality tests found that the water supplied from the Athlone Park reservoir and elevated tower “did not meet acceptable standards”.
This prompted an immediate investigation and remedial action.
The municipality said in a statement on Friday that “continuous water quality monitoring results indicate that water is now of good quality, as per the South African National Standard (SANS) 241 drinking water quality requirements.”
The boil water alert, which required residents to heat water before use, has now officially been lifted, it said.
The municipality expressed gratitude to residents for their patience during the incident, stating: “The city would like to thank the affected consumers for their patience, while the matter was being resolved.”
The City also said it wanted to reassure residents that eThekwini’s water supply is “monitored on a regular basis and tested to ensure that it complies with SANS 241 drinking water quality.”
Water testing is conducted at the City’s laboratory, accredited by the International Standard Organisation (ISO) 17025.
The municipality emphasised its commitment to providing safe drinking water and ensuring that any quality concerns are addressed promptly. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about water quality updates and alerts to ensure their safety.