KUCHING: Several areas in Petra Jaya and Matang will experience water supply disruptions starting at 7 pm on Friday (Feb 24) due to upgrading works.
The Kuching Water Board (KWB) said the supply would return to users in stages from 6 am the next day after the work had been completed and the water supply distribution system stabilised.
“However, the time period for restoring water supply varies from one area to another, depending on the location and distance of the users’ premises,” it said.
Touching on the disruptions, it explained that they were due to the replacement works of 700mm DIA Butterfly Valve (BV) at Jalan Matang-Batu Kawa implemented on that day with the aim of upgrading the water supply system in the Samariang area.
“Therefore, the areas that will experience water supply interruptions at that time are along Jalan Matang from Kubah Ria up to Mile 9, Jalan Matang Baru, Jalan Sultan Tengah to Damai, Jalan Bako, Jalan Tun Abdul Rahman Yaakub, Jalan Tun Datuk Patinggi Abg Hj Muhammad Salahuddin, Jalan Demak, and around Petra Jaya.”
Also affected will be the areas under the control of the Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB).
“During the recovery period for the remedial works, consumers will also experience problems of low water pressure, water lock and dirty water,” it said.
KWB also said it would increase water supply delivery capacity using water tankers until the water supply returned to normal.
“We apologise for all the difficulties that arise and greatly appreciate your patience and cooperation,” it said.
For further information, contact the KWB Call Centre on 082-222333.
