5-10yrs to complete leak detection

The Water Supply Department said it will take 5-10 years to complete their leak detection program, if there are no immediate plans to replace old pipes.

Divisional Water Engineer Central Eastern Sereicokocoko Yanuyanurua had revealed that as a result of old pipes still in use today, 50% of water pumped through the system is lost through leaks and the only way to eradicate this problem is if all the old pipes are replaced.

Yanuyanurua said since they are still awaiting the approval for funding to do the replacement work, the only way they can ensure that there are no disruptions to water supply is by stepping up on their leak detection program.

Meanwhile, parts of Ba who have been receiving normal water supply are without water this morning due to mechanical problems experienced last night.

Divisional Water Engineer Western Samuela Tubui confirmed this adding water trucks will be carting water to the affected areas.

Tubui added however, those that have had disrupted water supply since the floods in Janaury are expected to have normal water supply by the end of the week.