200,000 hit by 48-hour water supply disruption in Seberang Perai

 

Penang consumers affected by water supply disruptions earlier this year.

PETALING JAYA: Nearly 200,000 consumers in Seberang Perai will be affected by a 48-hour scheduled water supply interruption starting today, says the Penang water supply corporation (PBAPP).

The affected areas are in Seberang Perai Utara, Tengah and Selatan.

In a statement, PBAPP said it will be shutting down part of the Sungai Dua water treatment plant to facilitate valve replacement works.

PBAPP said it will maximise water production at the Air Itam and other water treatment plants on the island to minimise the impact of the supply disruption.

Water storage in reservoirs will also be maximised, it said.

It said it is working with the volunteer fire brigade coordinated by the state government to mobilise water supply assistance through tankers after 12 hours of water supply disruption.

“Please store sufficient water for usage during the 48-hour water interruption,” it said.

Consumers are advised to contact PBAPP at 04-255 8255 for any enquiries. - FMT