George Town: The Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) has reminded 37,000 consumers in the northern coastal areas of the island to store enough water in preparation for a scheduled disruption starting on Thursday (Nov 28) night.
PBAPP chief executive officer Datuk K.Pathmanathan said that the 14-hour water supply disruption is set to occur from 10pm on Thursday to noon on Friday (Nov 29).
During this time, water consumers including international hotels in Bagan Jermal, Batu Ferringhi, Mount Erskine, Tanjung Tokong, Tanjong Bungah, Tanjung Pinang and Teluk Bahang, will temporarily experience no water supply or low water pressure.
The scheduled interruption is due to a temporary shutdown of the Batu Ferringhi Water Treatment Plant (WTP). This is necessary as PBAPP needs to replace a malfunctioning 900mm valve in the WTP, which is responsible for producing most of the treated water supplied to the affected areas, Pathmanathan explained on Tuesday (Nov 26).
He also said that during this time, PBAPP and TNB personnel will conduct high-voltage electrical service and preventive maintenance works.
These overnight works aim to ensure the optimal operation of the Batu Ferringhi WTP and minimise the risk of a plant breakdown, given the high demand for water and the challenges posed by climate change.
"We apologise for the temporary inconvenience and seek the understanding of all affected water consumers,” concluded Pathmanathan. – Bernama
