Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane has assured residents of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality that government is putting together resources to improve the dire situation caused by the deadly floods this week. "Currently, government is conducting an assessment of damages and requests communities to remain united, vigilant, and monitor weather updates as further rainfall is anticipated", Mabuyane said. Parts of the Eastern Cape were battered by floods earlier this week, with … [Read more...] about Governments flood relief efforts
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SAPS and Gift of the Givers Working Together for Garden Route Flood Victims – Gqeberha in the News
SAPS and Gift of the Givers Working Together for Garden Route Flood Victims: As promised, Gift of the Givers has activated an emergency response to provide relief to victims of a flash flood in the Southern Cape today, Monday 22 November 2021. The humanitarian organisation ... Source: "Gqeberha" - BingNews. Ripple effect: The sad story of the Western Cape ‘refugee’ seals: Malnourished Cape fur seals, probably from the Western Cape, are washing up along South Africa’s Eastern Cape … [Read more...] about SAPS and Gift of the Givers Working Together for Garden Route Flood Victims – Gqeberha in the News
Tributes flood social media after tragic death of 35 year old man – Lockdown News
Tributes flood social media after tragic death of 35 year old man: As news filtered through this morning, social media was flooded with sorrow and tributes following the death of a popular Co Armagh man. Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Jeremy Renner flew glamorous women to his 'Camp Renner' Reno mansion, ex-wife claims: Jeremy Renner's ex-wife Sonni Pacheco claims he partied with glamorous women in his Reno mansion after hosting their seven-year-old daughter Ava. Source: … [Read more...] about Tributes flood social media after tragic death of 35 year old man – Lockdown News
Health officials give last minute lockdown plea as Brits flood to packed beaches – Lockdown News
Health officials give last minute lockdown plea as Brits flood to packed beaches: HEALTH officials at the Association of Directors of Public Health have said the government is moving "too quickly" to relax lockdown guidance after pictures emerged of Britons flouting lockdown rules ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. ‘Mass eye test’ blocks roads amid reports of standstill traffic: Major roads ground to a standstill this weekend as reports of heavy traffic resurfaced after weeks in … [Read more...] about Health officials give last minute lockdown plea as Brits flood to packed beaches – Lockdown News
PE Business News: Coca-Cola pledges R600 000 for Durban flood victims
Promote your business on BuyPE and MyPR. Coca-Cola pledges R600 000 for Durban flood victims: In the Eastern Cape, CCBSA employees will also be joining Wildlife and Environment Society South Africa (WESSA) on Saturday 27 April, for their monthly beach clean-up, which will take place at Wells ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Outspan Building, Port Elizabeth Harbour, Eastern Cape: Business success — you may think it’s all about the bottom line, but savvy CEOs like those at … [Read more...] about PE Business News: Coca-Cola pledges R600 000 for Durban flood victims
Prepared for Floods
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has expressed their delight at the blessing of rainfall in our city and wider region over the Easter weekend. The rain comes at a time when we are still under water restrictions, with our dam levels relatively low. Information received from South African Weather Services indicates that more rain is expected during the course of the day, with heavy showers towards late afternoon. Rain has managed to reach the catchment areas. Due to the backlog in housing … [Read more...] about Prepared for Floods
Localised flood warning from the South African Weather Service
Please take note that we are aware of ponding/flooding in the following roads: M4 towards Uitenhage Road and Paterson Street, the N2, William Moffett Expressway and Third Avenue Dip, Glenhurd/Newton Park. Prentis and Westview roads flooded as well as Mowbray Street next to the electricity substation. Please further note that Bonana Road (opposite the Fire Station), Melbrook Street in Kwanobuhle and Mkomomba Street are also flooded. Approach all roadways with extreme care as continuous rain and … [Read more...] about Localised flood warning from the South African Weather Service
Swartkops River Flood – June 2011 [video]
Visit and explore more Port Elizabeth videos. https://youtu.be/OtOBxZtitDo The Swartkops River - near Port Elizabeth, South Africa - was flooded after heavy rains in June 2011. Will we see this again in 2018? Click HERE to find more 'Swartkops Port Elizabeth' videos. Swartkops Port Elizabeth video selected based on a YouTube search - Click Here to report any 'offensive' videos. CLICK HERE to submit your favourite Port Elizabeth video. Visit the MyPE YouTube Channel | More PE … [Read more...] about Swartkops River Flood – June 2011 [video]
Swartkops River Flood HQ – June 2011 [video]
Visit and explore more Port Elizabeth videos. https://youtu.be/Ln_dqWLdC78 The Swartkops River - near Port Elizabeth, South Africa - was flooded after heavy rains in June 2011. Click HERE to find more 'Swartkops Port Elizabeth' videos. Swartkops Port Elizabeth video selected based on a YouTube search - Click Here to report any 'offensive' videos. CLICK HERE to submit your favourite Port Elizabeth video. Visit the MyPE YouTube Channel | More PE Videos. … [Read more...] about Swartkops River Flood HQ – June 2011 [video]
PE in the news: Weather Update: Flood warning as 100% rain expected to hit Eastern Cape and KZN
Weather Update: Flood warning as 100% rain expected to hit Eastern Cape and KZN: Bloemfontein in the Free State will be 25°C. Along the coastal regions, Cape Town in the Western Cape will reach a cool 19°C, while KZN's Durban will see a high of 22°C. Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape will be 17°C. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested After Appearing On Camera For News Interview: Studio Tel (Port Elizabeth): 083 913 8 955 (VAS rates apply) Studio Tel (East … [Read more...] about PE in the news: Weather Update: Flood warning as 100% rain expected to hit Eastern Cape and KZN
Nelson Mandela Bay Flood – Missionvale: assistance to flood victims [video]
Visit and explore more Port Elizabeth videos. //www.youtube.com/v/GxTIENsvIOA?color2=FBE9EC&version=3&modestbranding=1 Ebenezer Centre, Port Elizabeth puts shoulder to the wheel to assist victims of the flood in Missionvale. Click HERE to find more 'Nelson Mandela Bay' videos. Nelson Mandela Bay video selected based on a YouTube search - Click Here to report any 'offensive' videos. CLICK HERE to submit your favourite Port Elizabeth video. Visit the MyPE YouTube Channel … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Flood – Missionvale: assistance to flood victims [video]
Flood update: Main Road, Kleinskool in the process of being opened
Municipal employees are in the process of opening a bypass in Main Road, Kleinskool in the vicinity of the Govan Mbeki Fire Station to allow motorists to use the road. Portfolio Chairperson for Safety and Security Thembinkosi Mafana said graders will be used to level the road surface damaged as a result of the rain. “Although only light showers are expected for today, the dip in the Third Avenue, Newton Park area is still closed as a precautionary measure. “We still advise the public to … [Read more...] about Flood update: Main Road, Kleinskool in the process of being opened
Much needed relief for flood victims
Ward 31 ANC volunteers today provided much needed relief to fellow community members in various wards throughout the city. According to volunteer, Siya Vazi, just over 800 families received blankets, bread and soup starting from Missionvale to Zwide and all the way to Khayamnandi in Despatch. The programme was led by ANC regional secretary Zandisile Qupe together with ANC deployees and ANC volunteers in the various communities. A 34 year old visually impaired resident, Ntombikayise … [Read more...] about Much needed relief for flood victims
Record rainfall recorded in Nelson Mandela Bay
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to thank residents for their understanding and cooperation during the extreme weather conditions experienced over recent days. With literally thousands of flood related calls and contingencies to attend to in so many areas, the Municipality's resources and manpower were severely stretched. If we could not attend to every resident, to every household, to every community as quickly as we wanted to, we express our apologies and ask that this be interpreted … [Read more...] about Record rainfall recorded in Nelson Mandela Bay
Baakens River in flood
The Baakens River is currently in flood and the road next to the river is closed. The Joint Operations Centre, consisting of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's departments such as Disaster Management, Traffic, Fire and Emergency, Roads and Stormwater, Human Settlements and Communications as well as the South African Weather Services and the South African Police Services, are still doing a sterling job as we deal with flooding, fallen trees and a myriad calls relating to the weather … [Read more...] about Baakens River in flood
