SA Water Crisis | Dam levels on the decline

JOHANNESBURG - The heavy rains experienced in large parts of the country recently have slowed down.

This has provided some respite to residents, but it's not all good news.

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National dam levels have dropped significantly.

The Water Department says the Northern Cape recorded the biggest drop.

The Vaal Dam also recorded a considerable decrease, allowing the last open sluice gate to be closed.

The Department is urging consumers to use water sparingly.