Residents of parts of the Johannesburg CBD and Bezuidenhout Valley have been warned not to drink tap water after reports of a strong, unusual smell.
Johannesburg Water says the affected areas include Albertina Sisulu Road, 10th Street, and surrounding streets. The utility has isolated the water supply and begun laboratory testing to determine the cause and extent of the possible contamination.
Alternative water is being supplied through roaming tankers, and pipelines in the affected streets will be flushed. Johannesburg Water has promised further updates as the situation develops.
Residents are urged to avoid using tap water for drinking until the issue is resolved and to report any unusual water smells or discoloration immediately.
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