Thousands of people were left stranded, with only the clothes that they had on - after the more than 140mm rain fell in the Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and surrounding areas, washing away and stranding the homes of many local residents. Many of the flood victims received relief from Uitenhage based Afri-Save Cash & Carry who, together with the Al-Imdaad Foundation under the management of Mr Qari Ziyaad Patel, distributed over 350 food parcels and blankets to the affected victims. Each of … [Read more...] about Food Parcels Distributed to Bay Flood Victims
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One Day You Will Tell Your Grandchildren about the Drought of 2011
On 12 December 2010 the major dams supplying water to Port Elizabeth had a combined capacity of 31.64% and a drop to below 30% would have seen the introduction of even stricter measures. On a week by week basis MyPE charted the dam levels as they painfully inched up to 36.5% on 10 May 2011 on the back of intermittent rain on 16 May 2011. Then, last week, the heavens opened and the dam levels, over a period of four days, shot up from 45.03% capacity to 65.1% capacity on 10 June 2011 and broke … [Read more...] about One Day You Will Tell Your Grandchildren about the Drought of 2011
In Times of Need we all do Pull Together
On Thursday the Disaster Management Centre handed out 1530 blankets, 704 mattresses and 15 bags of soup to more than 2000 people affected. The Groendal dam is currently overflowing at 118% and as a result the levels of the Swartkops River are still rising. The resounding success of relief efforts thus far, facilitated by the Joint Operation Centre at the Disaster Management Centre in South End, saw several private organizations and state organs work together to assist those in need. The … [Read more...] about In Times of Need we all do Pull Together
Tippers Creek and Redhouse Residents Could be in for a Wet Night
Residents staying on the banks of the Swartkops River in the Redhouse area are already beginning to park on the land side of the railway line as the approach over the railway line is rapidly filling with water. Low tide is at 3:18 pm and high tide at 9:58 pm. The incoming tide, water overflowing the Groendal dam (estimated at over 300 000 litres per second) and seepage into the Swartkops River Valley is expected to result in an anxious night for all residents along the banks of the Swartkops … [Read more...] about Tippers Creek and Redhouse Residents Could be in for a Wet Night
Please Don’t Return to Uitenhage
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's Joint Operations Centre is currently inundated with calls regarding false rumours, sms messages and e-mails going around suggesting people should return to Uitenhage immediately. Residents are requested to ignore these false claims and note that the officials will inform them using load hailers and local radio stations to communicate urgent messages if the situation changes at any point. Access roads to Uitenhage are open and people are still able to … [Read more...] about Please Don’t Return to Uitenhage
The Roving Longhair Road Report
The Longhair travels to Perserverance for her daily dose of employee joy and reports that if you are traveling from Uitenhage to Port Elizabeth along the Redhouse Road exercise due caution as you travel over the bridge between the turn off to Redhouse and Swartkops Sea Salt. At present, just opposite the entrance to the salt factory, there are around 10 vehicles stopped at the side of the road. The presumption is that they hit one of the two massive ever present potholes and now have flat … [Read more...] about The Roving Longhair Road Report
Port Elizabeth Roads Closed due to Flooding
Motorists are warned to proceed with caution today as more heavy rain is expected. This info is as at 5:40 a.m. Roads closed due to flooding: Dip at Third Avenue, Newton Park closed Old Uitenhage Road between Nooitgedacht and Kleinskool Motorists must proceed with care when using these roads: Chatty Dip Redhouse Road Bottom part of Burman Road Qeqe and Solumtu Road Traffic lights not working at the corner of Cape Road and Second Avenue. The municipality is working on … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth Roads Closed due to Flooding
Joint Operation Centre Evacuates Flooded Residents
The Joint Operation Centre (JOC) at the South End Fire Station dealt with several requests for assistance due to flooded houses and quickly dispensed relief supplies such as blankets and mattresses to affected families. Residents from Barcelona and 7de Laan was accommodated in the Ward 13 Councillor’s Office and in KwaZakhele people were evacuated to the Zionist Church, with needy Korsten residents being relocated to the Jarman Hall. Residents from Joe Slovo & Westville informal … [Read more...] about Joint Operation Centre Evacuates Flooded Residents
Missionvale Flooding
Hi All Missionvale is already a disaster zone with the flooding. I have listed Animal Anti Cruelty for emergency call out with the disaster teams. If anyone can give me cellphone numbers for standby if you are prepared to be called out to help, please let me know. So many animals are chained and cannot escape flood waters. Have explained this to the police and disaster teams and asked them to watch out for this. Thanks all. Regards Linda-Louise Animal Anti-Cruelty … [Read more...] about Missionvale Flooding
Port Elizabeth Flood Warning Still in Place #peflood
The Joint Operations Centre, operating from the Disaster Management Centre of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, will operate 24 hours as flood warnings are still in place. The South African Weather Service predicts that heavy rain can be expected from 20h00 tonight and issued warnings of localized flooding and river basin flooding to the public. Constant monitoring of lower lying areas is in place and residents are requested to steer clear of water masses and to avoid crossing bridges … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth Flood Warning Still in Place #peflood
Note to Self – Stay Away From Underground Parking Lots
The recent drought in Port Elizabeth has made people drop their guard when it comes to considering the possibilities of flooding, leaking roofs and parking in areas most likely to cause harm to you or your vehicle. Janine sent this image below of a vehicle that will probably have problems starting once the water subsides in the Walmer Park Underground parking area: Edit: OKay the jig is up, shortly after posting this image eagle eyed visitor Lins, queried the authenticity of the image and … [Read more...] about Note to Self – Stay Away From Underground Parking Lots
Flooding alert update: Storm Subsided in Southerly Direction
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Joint Operation Centre that was formed after a flood alert was issued for Tuesday night, was disbanded at 21:00 after the expected storm subsided in a Southerly direction. Although officials will remain on high alert, the Joint Operations Centre will resume today to ensure order when more heavy rain is expected. By Tuesday afternoon 6 accidents were recorded with one person injured. At this stage residents are being accommodated at the Jarman and … [Read more...] about Flooding alert update: Storm Subsided in Southerly Direction
Several Port Elizabeth Roads Closed Due to Flooding
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has set up a Joint Operating Centre (JOC), as we have received info from SA Weather Services that heavy rain is expected overnight on Tuesday 7 June 2011, which will continue throughout the day today (Wednesday 8 June 2011). Localised flooding is expected today in certain places, particularly in low-lying areas. We have already experienced isolated flooding in some informal areas, but expect the worst on Wednesday. We issue a warning to all our … [Read more...] about Several Port Elizabeth Roads Closed Due to Flooding
