Full water service is expected to be restored by 6 am on Monday, as the Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) continues permanent repair works on the 36-inch transmission pipeline near Beetham Gardens.
WASA said reports of discoloured water in several areas across Central and South Trinidad are linked to the ongoing emergency works.
According to the Authority, a significant leak developed on the pipeline on Monday, April 6. 2026. While a temporary repair was carried out the same day to restore service, permanent repairs are now necessary to ensure the long-term safety and reliability of the system.
The works required the temporary shutdown of the El Socorro Booster Station and the El Socorro High-Lift Station, which began yesterday at 6 am.
WASA said the discolouration is temporary and is an expected result of the work now underway.
It explained that disturbances within the pipeline network, caused by the shutdown and dewatering process, can stir up sediments that normally settle at the bottom of the pipelines, leading to a change in water colour.
The Authority assured customers that the water remains safe for use and that the issue affects only the appearance of the supply, not its quality or safety.
WASA said it is actively conducting flushing exercises across all affected areas to help clear the system as quickly as possible.
Customers who notice discoloured water are being advised to run their taps for a few minutes until the water runs clear, which will help remove any remaining sediment within service lines.
The Authority thanked the public for its patience and said the permanent repairs, though temporarily disruptive, are necessary to prevent more frequent or prolonged issues in the future and to safeguard the long-term integrity of the transmission pipeline.
