Water Outage in Claremont, Cape Town
Recently Restored Water Supply in Claremont
Report a Burst Pipe or Water Outage in Claremont
Water off, visible burst, or low pressure in Claremont? Log it with the City.
When Will Water Come Back in Claremont?
Typical restoration windows for a water outage in Claremont, depending on what caused it:
- Burst water main
- 4-12 hours - repair plus the time to refill and re-pressurise the zone. Higher-lying streets take longest to come back.
- Water off (mains affected)
- 4-8 hours is typical. Most City water outages in Claremont are back within a working day.
- Planned maintenance
- Announced 1-3 days ahead with a 09:00-21:00 window. Store drinking water before the outage starts.
- Reservoir drawdown
- Pressure drops rather than full cuts. Usually recovers overnight when demand drops.
Water Outage History for Claremont (Last 90 Days)
The City of Cape Town reported 10 water outages affecting Claremont in the last 90 days, totalling 360 hours without supply. Average restoration time was 36 hours. Most common cause: burst water main.
| Date | Duration | Cause | Street |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Jul 2026 | 1.1 days | Burst Water Main | Bentley Close |
| 17 Jul 2026 | 1.3 days | Burst Water Main | Herschel Road |
| 15 Jul 2026 | 22.3 hours | Burst pipe | Ripelby Road |
| 07 Jul 2026 | 1.6 days | Planned Water maintenance | Newry Street |
| 05 Jul 2026 | 11.3 hours | Burst Water Main | Campground Road |
| 30 Jun 2026 | 15.3 hours | Valve Maintenance | Imaam Haroon c/o Cook roads and surrounding areas |
| 30 Jun 2026 | 5.6 days | Valve Maintenance | Parts of Claremont and Kenilworth The City will be shutting off the water supply temporarily to Imam Haron Road, Queen Victoria Road up to Palmyra Road, and surrounding areas, in and Rosmead Avenue between Chichester to Wetton Road, Imam Haron Road between Belvedere Road and Milner Road in Kenilworth on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, from 09:00 until 18:00, Saturday, 4 July 2026, from 09:00 until 18:00 and Sunday, 5 July 2026, from 09:00 until 18:00. This will enable the maintenance team to safely replace defective valves and install additional control valves to improve the management of the water supply network in these areas. These areas will experience no water supply during these periods. Residents are advised to store enough water in advance in clean, sealed containers for domestic use. Water tankers will be located at Imam Haron Road on the corner of Selous Road and Oakfield Road, on the corner of Imam Haron Road and Hampstead Road, on Rosmead Avenue, and at the BP Garage on the corner of Wetton Road and Rosmead Avenue. |
| 30 Jun 2026 | 19.6 hours | Burst pipe | Torquay Avenue |
| 24 Jun 2026 | 21.3 hours | Burst pipe | Iman Maron Road. |
| 20 Jun 2026 | 1.6 days | Water Off | 13a Loch Road, |
What to Do During a Water Outage in Claremont
- Store enough drinking water for 24 hours as soon as you hear of a planned water outage.
- When water comes back, run a tap for a minute to clear sediment before drinking.
- If water is cloudy or discoloured, wait 10-15 min - this is usually air and flushed particles, not contamination.
- Close stop-cocks to your geyser if pressure is erratic to avoid damage.
- If the outage isn't listed above, call the City on 0860 103 089 to log it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Water Outages in Claremont
Is there a water outage in Claremont right now?
No active water outages are currently reported for Claremont. If your water is off or pressure is low, call 0860 103 089 to log it.
How do I report a burst pipe or water outage in Claremont?
Call the City of Cape Town on 0860 103 089 (24/7) or log it at eservices1.capetown.gov.za. For a burst, include the nearest corner and whether water is flowing onto the road. If it looks likely to flood, also call your local CID if you have one.
How long do water outages last in Claremont?
Most unplanned water outages in Claremont are restored within 4-12 hours - time for the repair plus refilling the zone. Large burst mains can take 12-24 hours. Planned maintenance is usually announced with a 09:00-21:00 window.
Is the tap water safe after a supply interruption?
Yes, unless the City issues an explicit boil-water notice. After a pipe repair the water may be briefly cloudy or discoloured - run a tap for a minute to clear sediment before drinking. Water quality in Cape Town meets SANS 241 standards.
Does load shedding affect water supply in Claremont?
It can, indirectly. Prolonged load shedding interrupts pumping stations, which lowers reservoir levels and causes pressure drops in higher-lying suburbs like Claremont. Most reservoirs ride through a single 2-hour slot fine, but stage 4+ can cause intermittent supply.
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