WASA: Supply Interruption To Parts of Valencia On Thursday

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The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is advising customers of planned water interruption due to repairs to a ruptured 12-inch diameter pipeline along Quare Road, Valencia, from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Thursday (2nd January, 2025). 

Affected areas are as follows: 
  • Orchid Extension, Valencia Old Road, Quare Road/Cumaca Road, Plantation Road/San Pablo, San Pedro/Flamboyant Crescent. 
The Authority thanks customers for their patience and understanding.

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