“With the South African Weather Services alert remaining at orange (level 6) projecting more than 50 mm of rain overnight, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Joint Operations Centre will remain in place throughout.”
Executive Mayor Gary van Niekerk issued this assurance to Nelson Mandela Bay residents while mop-up operations started in all earnest today.
“I am especially concerned since the number of fatal incidences are increasing with at least seven residents confirmed deceased at this stage.
“The investigations into missing residents, related to the severe weather conditions, are still continuing.
“In those cases, we are hoping for the best, but persistent rainfall will make the work of our emergency teams even more difficult.
“While doing an assessment in the Kariega area, I was shocked at the stark image of a deceased person laying in the street in the Kamesh area.
“I was called to the scene where the body, forlorn amongst the rubble and debris, laid while South African Police Services gathered evidence.
“Besides a number of flooded and closed roads, I would like to remind motorists that there are also damaged road surfaces, especially in the Kariega area, that can potentially damage their vehicles.
“We are calling on residents to rather stay indoors and avoid exposure to the weather conditions to the best of their abilities,” Mayor Van Niekerk said.
Donations, especially bottled water, can be dropped off at the South End Fire Station. In case of emergencies call 041 585 1555.
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