SIBU, Nov 4: Water pressure in Rantau Panjang has been stabilised following adjustments to prevent further pipe bursts after the commissioning of a new water treatment plant increased pressure in the existing supply network.
According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), Minister for Utility and Telecommunication Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi said several ageing pipes were damaged when water pressure rose significantly after the new plant began operations.
“After the plant began operations, I was informed that water pressure in Rantau Panjang had increased significantly, causing damage to several old pipes.
“However, adjustments have since been made to regulate the water pressure and prevent further pipe bursts caused by excessive pressure,” he said when officiating the inauguration of the Rantau Panjang Acute Water Treatment System yesterday (Nov 3).
