George on High Alert Following a Level 3 Disruptive Rain Warning

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