The Orano desalination plant has temporarily stopped operations due to high sulphur levels.
The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) on Saturday released a public notice announcing that the desalination plant went offline on Friday morning and urging residents to use water sparingly.
The areas affected include Swakopmund, Nonidas, Arandis and surrounding areas – including Goanikontes.
“During this period, NamWater will not supply water to the mines. Available water will be prioritised for towns and communities,” NamWater says.
Water supply to Swakopmund, Nonidas and Arandis are already restricted and NamWater has informed all stakeholders.
The utility company also announced that the Swakopmund Town Council and the Arandis Town Council may implement temporary water restrictions to manage the limited water supply.
“All residents are strongly urged to use water sparingly and responsibly during this period,” NamWater says.
NamWater says it is working to restore supply and will restart supplying water to the mines once water supply to towns and communities has stabilised.
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