Image: Willem Van Zyl/ CanvaCape Town’s dam levels are lower compared to last year. DROP IN DAM LEVELSPer a statement released by the City, Cape Town’s dam storage levels presently stand at 62.2%. Combined with the sweltering summer weather, this has resulted in increased pressure on the City’s water supply system. Moreover, water usage among Capetonians has peaked above the target of 975 million litres of water per day (MLD). “The City is also actively progressing with strategic plans for Cape Town’s new water supply to build our water-secure future.