Deputy chief minister Shahelmey Yahya said the shut down will start at 8am for urgent repairs on eight air valves along the pipeline from the plant, and a treated water pump at the same facility.

“During the repair period, the Telibong II water treatment plant will operate at a reduced capacity, producing only 75 million litres per day (MLD) compared to the usual 96 MLD, a 21% reduction in treated water output.

“Consumers in the affected areas are expected to experience low water pressure or water supply disruption,” he said in a statement today.

Shahelmey, who is also the state public works minister, said the Sabah water department will implement measures to mitigate the impact of the water supply disruption.

“The public is advised to store sufficient water and use it sparingly until supply is fully restored,” he said.

“A dedicated technical team will work around the clock to ensure the repairs are completed on time, minimising inconvenience to consumers.”