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KUCHING (April 16): Consumers in Matang and Petra Jaya will experience water disruption starting at 10pm this Friday due to repair work on a damaged 1400mm diameter MSCL pipe at Jalan Highfield Light Industrial-Jalan Batu Kawa.

A notice from Kuching Water Board (KWB) stated that the affected areas include Kubah Ria to Mile 9 Jalan Matang, Taman Sri Harmoni, Jalan Sungai Tengah, Jalan Tun Abdul Rahman Yakub, Jalan Tun Datuk Patinggi Abang Haji Muhammad Salahuddin, Jalan Demak, Jalan Bako and Muara Tebas.

Surrounding areas in Petra Jaya, including those under the jurisdiction of Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB), will also be affected.

According to KWB, the repair work is scheduled to be completed by 7am on Saturday.

“Consumers will experience low water pressure or no water supply. During the recovery period, consumers may experience low pressure, airlocks, and discoloured or dirty water,” the notice said.

It strongly advised consumers to store sufficient water in advance for the duration of the supply interruption.

“KWB water tankers will be mobilised to provide alternative water access during this period.

“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding during this time,” the notice added.