The National Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) was alerted to disturbing alleged social media posts about the closures of Berg River and Franschhoek Dams in the Western Cape today. According to a social media alert, the dams closures might be caused by poison on the dams.
DWS refutes such as fake news and wishes to state categorically that that there are no dams closed in the Western Cape.
Sputnik Ratau, DWS National Spokesperson says the public will always be notified via formal channels if a water works, including a dam, is closed. “As DWS we wish to remind citizens that spreading fake news or disinformation is a punishable offence,” says Ratau
To obtain further clarifications or information about the operations and facilities of the Department of Water and Sanitation, the public can call the DWS free hotline 0800 200 200.
For more information contact: DWS Media Liaison Director Sputnik Ratau on 082 874 2942
For media releases, speeches and news visit the Water & Sanitation portal at: www.dws.gov.za
