Water cutoffs in North Uist 4/12/11
Essential work is due to take place
this Wednesday and Thursday in North Uist as part of Scottish Water's continuing
crackdown on
leakage.
New meters are to be fitted on key parts of the island's water mains
network to improve
Scottish Water's ability to monitor the flow of
water, making it easier to identify
parts of the network with potential
leaks.
To install the meters safely, water supplies will have to be
interrupted. Customers
in the affected areas are being contacted by
letter with more information.
Simon Harrison, Scottish Water Operations Manager, said: "To install the meters safely
we have to shut off the supply. We thank affected
customers for their patience. This
work is an essential part of our
overall leakage effort."
Customers who expect to use water in the affected areas between the
times stated on
the letters they receive are advised to store some in
clean, covered containers in
the fridge. Water stored in other
containers can be used for flushing toilets.
Washing machines and dish washers should not be used while the water is off. When
the water supply is restored there may be some discolouration. This is harmless and
will run clear.