Residents of Prague 4 were left without water due to two pipeline failures in the area. The Prague Waterworks and Sewerage (PVK) company reported that the water supply should be restored by 8:00 PM on the same day. PVK spokesperson, Tomáš Mrázek, confirmed that the company is working to redirect water from other parts of Prague to the affected area.
Prague 4 has a population of about 126,000 people. According to the Czech Statistical Office, the fourth district of Prague had more than 126,000 residents at the beginning of last year.
The pipeline failures occurred in the vicinity of Budějovická. Mrázek stated that the two pipeline failures involve pipes with a diameter of 80 centimeters. To address the situation, the company is aiming to redirect water from Podolí to the water tower located at Zelená Liška.
PVK supplies drinking water to Prague and parts of the Central Bohemian Region. Last year, the company dealt with 3,874 incidents, 257 fewer than in 2021. One percent of these incidents were classified under the first category of pipeline failures, which impact the water supply of more than 1,000 residents or have a significant impact on medical facilities or other important structures.
This water supply disruption in Prague 4 highlights the importance of maintaining and upgrading aging infrastructure, particularly in urban areas with high population densities. The incident also underscores the need for effective communication and contingency plans to minimize the impact of such disruptions on residents and businesses.
It is essential for water supply companies to regularly monitor their pipelines and invest in upgrades and repairs as needed to prevent such incidents from occurring. Additionally, companies must have contingency plans in place to ensure that residents and businesses have access to clean and safe drinking water in the event of a disruption.
As the population of urban areas continues to grow, it is critical for governments and companies to prioritize the maintenance and improvement of water supply infrastructure to ensure that all residents have access to safe and reliable drinking water.