More than 40 People Trapped as Eastern Cape Floods Swallow Homes and Cut Off Communities

More than 40 people trapped as Eastern Cape floods swallow homes and cut off communities

The mayor urged the public to evacuate low-lying areas and avoid unnecessary travel altogether.

Thousands displaced as Eastern Cape floods worsen as rain...

Heavy rains, flooding, rough seas and snow have caused widespread disruption across the Eastern Cape and Garden Route, with thousands of residents evacuated, roads closed and emergency shelters overwhelmed as disaster teams race to respond to the severe weather crisis. More than 2,000 flood victims are currently being accommodated in 25 emergency shelters across Nelson Mandela Bay, where overcrowded facilities are housing families, elderly resid…

Emergency Teams Race To Rescue Residents As Floods Devastate Eastern And Western Cape

Widespread flooding and storm damage have caused devastation across parts of the Eastern Cape and Western Cape, leaving roads destroyed, homes damaged and thousands displaced as emergency teams continue rescue operations. The Gamtoos Valley and surrounding Kouga region were among the hardest-hit areas after days of heavy rain caused rivers and dams to overflow. Kouga […] The post Emergency Teams Race To Rescue Residents As Floods Devastate Easte…

Kouga Dam withstands flood pressure amid rising water levels

The Department of Water and Sanitation has moved to reassure communities that the Kouga Dam remains structurally safe and fully operational despite water levels exceeding 120% after heavy rainfall in the catchment area.

Farmers battle floods, snow and damaged infrastructure

From flooded roads in the Northern Cape to snowfall in parts of the Eastern Cape, severe weather continues to impact farmers across South Africa. While some regions welcome improved grazing conditions, damaged infrastructure, evacuation warnings and inaccessible farms remain major concerns for producers and rural communities. Farmers battle floods, snow and damaged infrastructure appeared first on Food For Mzansi

Plea For Flood Assistance As Eastern Cape Issues Evacuation Notice : The Africa

The situation has gone from bad to worse for thousands of hard-hit Eastern Cape residents as a result of the torrential downpour, with evacuation notices and pleas for assistance flooding in on Thursd