KUALA LUMPUR: Klang Valley residents and businesses affected by the scheduled water supply disruption are finding it a challenge, despite being told of the cut well in advance.
In Kota Damansara, workers at an eatery faced significant expenses procuring mineral water to maintain hygiene standards for their customers.
Muhammad Zulkifli, 23, highlighted the operational difficulties faced by Tahu Bakar @ Station restaurant due to the unexpected disruption.
"We had to purchase large quantities of five-litre bottled mineral water to ensure our customers were served adequately.
"Although we had tap water available for dishwashing prior to the disruption, it was no longer feasible to use," he explained.
He also said the tanks they have at the restaurant could not be used because of leaks which could not be fixed in time.
The ongoing water disruption also has posed significant challenges for educational institutions like Tadika Pintar Ria Gemilang, also in Kota Damansara.
Its principal who only wanted to be known as Rebecca, 52, said though the establishment had collected and stored water yesterday, they had to be frugal about how it is used.
"We've started using disposable food containers for our students.
"Since they are very young and not used to handling them, some of the kids have spilled their drinks on the floor," she told the New Straits Times today.
Rebecca said the children did not take a shower today and avoided activities that used water.
She received the water disruption notice about a week ago and made preparations accordingly.
However, storing a large amount of water has proven difficult for her and they were striving to manage the situation as best as they could.
Meanwhile, university student Ridznal Nazly, 23, said that there were two water tanks provided near his house in Seksyen 7, Shah Alam.
"My friend told me there are tanks downstairs that can help us with our water supply.
"So I filled up five pails and brought it up to my house so that we can use it, especially in the toilet," he added.
A housewife residing in Meru, Klang, expressed difficulty during the disruption.
The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said the situation has led to discomfort and reduced hygiene standards.
"It is hard for me to maintain sanitation and cleanliness, especially the bathroom.
"My husband and I even decided to have dinner outside instead of cooking since we would need a large amount of water," she lamented.
