Low water levels at the Vuda Reservoir, suspected to be due to a leak, have caused significant water disruptions along Viseisei Back Rd East in Lautoka, affecting around 60 households. The Water Authority of Fiji (WAF) addressed these concerns after a resident, Vijay Lal, reported the issue, highlighting the absence of water in the reservoir.
WAF confirmed that low water levels at the Vuda Reservoir, which is the primary supply source for the area, led to the disruptions. To combat this, WAF’s Operations team implemented valve reconfiguration and carried out extensive flushing operations to eliminate airlocks in the system. For the two weeks that the households were without proper water supply, WAF deployed water carting services to ensure residents had access to water.
In their efforts to stabilize the situation, WAF has made further adjustments by transferring the supply head for the affected areas to the Nagado Reservoir. This move aims to maintain a more reliable distribution of water, while investigations into potential leakages are ongoing. Assessments suggest that an unreported leak may be significantly impacting reservoir levels.
WAF expressed its commitment to resolving this issue promptly to ensure that residents receive a dependable water supply. They are closely monitoring the situation and will provide further updates as necessary.
This ongoing situation resonates with similar reports of water supply challenges experienced across Fiji, exacerbated by environmental factors such as heavy rainfall and flooding. The resilience shown by affected communities and the proactive measures being taken by WAF, including water carting and infrastructure adjustments, illustrate a collective effort towards recovery and improved water service reliability for the future.
Despite the challenges faced, there is hope for enhanced water management systems and continued community cooperation in addressing these critical issues.
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