Notice Archive

The George Municipality is on high alert following a Level 4 disruptive rain warning issued by the SA Weather report today. The warning predicts heavy rainfall over the Garden Route on Saturday and Sunday, 30 – 31 December 2023, with potential flooding and disruptions to essential services. Rainfall accumulation is expected to range from 35-60mm, with certain areas possibly experiencing up to 80mm.

The municipality has activated a comprehensive contingency plan that integrates various services to effectively respond to the anticipated disruptive rain. In light of this, clients utilizing George Municipality Sewerage Truck Services are urged to check septic and conservancy tank levels over the weekend. To prevent spillovers during potential floods, residents are advised to book a service by calling 044 801 9262/66. For Uniondale residents, please contact 044 752 1024, and for after-hours emergencies, call 044 801 6300.

Residents are strongly encouraged to remain vigilant and exercise caution. If on the road, avoid flooded areas and rivers, and be prepared to relocate to higher ground if necessary. Additionally, pet owners are reminded to ensure the safety of their animals during adverse weather conditions.

For emergencies, please use the following contact details:
Switchboard: 044 801 9111 (7.45 am-4.30 pm)
AFTER-HOURS AND EMERGENCIES: 044 801 6300
Fire and Rescue: 044 801 6311 or 044 801 6300
Law Enforcement: 044 801 6350/89

Residents are encouraged to stay informed by following the George Municipal social media pages, visiting the official website, and tuning in to local media for updated information.

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – Water Restrictions remain in place
Issued 28 December 2023, George Municipality

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height                           94,21
Rainfall for previous 7 days:                                                                18.5 mm  (Measured up to and including 27 December 2023)

The co-operation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

Follow this link for the detailed Stricter Water Restrictions in English/Afrikaans and IsiXhosa.
https://www.george.gov.za/george-doc-categories/public-notices/general/

 Contraventions of the Water Restrictions can be reported on 0800 424477.
Report water leaks and burst pipes to 044 801 9262/66 or after hours at 044 801 6300, as soon as you notice them.

The SA Weather report has warned of a Level 3 disruptive rain leading to flooding of roads, low-lying bridges and formal/informal settlements is expected over the Overberg, Southern Cape, Winelands, and coastal areas of the Garden Route on Saturday and Sunday, 30 – 31 December 2023. The George Municipality is prepared with a contingency plan consisting of integrated services to respond to predicted disruptive rain.

The Municipality appeals to residents to be alert and cautious. If on the road, avoid flooded areas and rivers and be ready to move to higher ground, if necessary. Remember to keep pets safe. The public can purchase sandbags at Agri, which can be filled at the Fire Department Mitchell Street. Watch the George Municipal social media pages, website, and local media for updated information.

Important contact details for emergencies: Switchboard: 044 801 9111 (7.45 am-4.30 pm) AFTER-HOURS AND EMERGENCIES: 044 801 6300 Fire and Rescue: 044 801 6311 or 044 801 6300 Law Enforcement: 044 801 6350/89

There is a pipe Burst at Barrie Road. The affected area includes Barrie and Erica Roads. A water tanker will be stationed on the Corner of Barie and Erica Roads. The estimated time of repair is 4 hours.

In light of municipal offices closing at 12:00 today, 22 December and on Friday, 29 December 2023, the MVR offices in Hibernia Street and Blanco, the Vehicle Testing Station, and the Traffic Centre (DLTC) in Pacaltsdorp will close gates at 11:00 on both 22 and 29 December to assist all members of the public remaining on the premises and cash-up in time to leave at 12:00. We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding.

George Municipality Emergency Services Management team has closed Wilderness Main Beach due to dangerous swimming conditions.

According to Santa Sternsdorf from the Emergency Services Management team, the beach will remain closed and monitored. As soon as conditions improve and it is safe to swim, the beach will be opened.

Sternsdorf asked the public to remain vigilant today at all beaches in our area as rough sea conditions are making swimming dangerous. The public can expect periodic closures of beaches when sea conditions are not conducive for safe swimming.

The public is asked to remain patient.

Please note that there’s a problem with the Natis system at the Traffic Department, Pacaltsdorp which causes it to be very slow. The machines are operational, but the situation affects transactions and services at the Traffic Services Department(DLTC).

Technicians have been informed of the problem and the public is asked to be patient.

For more information contact the Traffic Department in Pacaltsdorp on 044 878 2400.

Please note certain libraries will close earlier today, 20 December 2023, or tomorrow, 21 December 2023 for fumigation.

Please take note of the times. The libraries will reopen the day after fumigation.

Blanco Library – Wednesday, 20 December 2023 close at 15h30

Pacaltsdorp Library- Thursday, 21 December 2023 close at 15h00

Thembalethu Library  – Thursday, 21 December 2023 close at 15h30

Patrons can visit the George Library in Caledon Street, George, or phone 044 801 9391/9288 for any enquiries.