GEORGE MUNICIPAL FMC NOTICE 1 – Fake Rumours of Sewer Spill in Touws River
Issued by George Municipality, Festive Monitoring Committee, 12 December 2024 @ 13:00
George Municipality has received several reports about an alleged sewer spill in the Touws River. The George Festive Monitoring Committee addressed the matter during this morning’s daily meeting and confirmed that the George Civil Engineering Services inspected all municipal infrastructure in and around the Touws River yesterday and found no leaks or spills. Additionally, water quality tests for Escherichia coli and Intestinal Enterococci (Faecal Streptococci) are being conducted regularly at the mouth of the Touws River, in compliance with Blue Flag beach requirements for Wilderness Main Beach (Salina’s).
The latest water quality test results were published on the municipal website yesterday and show compliance with the required standards. These results can be accessed https://www.george.gov.za/george-doc-categories/season-water-quality-test-results/ Please note that Blue Flag Beach water quality testing follows the schedule mandated by WESSA.
SANParks Regional Communications Manager, Phokela Lebea confirmed that regular water quality testing is also conducted at the Wilderness Ebb and Flow Restcamp. SANParks technical teams continuously monitor and maintain all infrastructure related to the National Park. The latest results show no traces of E. coli. The Garden Route District Municipality is responsible for monitoring the water quality of all rivers in the district. Monthly test results are shared with the relevant local municipalities.
We kindly request the public to report any suspected spills or leaks with the exact location and, if possible, photographs to facilitate a swift response.
Report suspected spills or leaks (sewer-related) to George Municipality:
Switchboard: 044 801 9111 (7:45 AM – 4:30 PM)
Water Leaks, Pipe Bursts, Sewerage: 044 801 9262/6 (7:45 AM – 4:30 PM)
After-Hours and Emergencies: 044 801 6300
Toll-Free Disaster Number: 087 152 9999