Update on Ballot’s Bay power outage: Teams are on their way to Ballot’s Bay after a pole fell over yesterday. After closer inspection the work seem more difficult as initially suspected. Excavation will start soon where the damage occurred. The team will provide an estimated time of repair once excavation is done. Issued by George Municipality 22 October 2023 at 15h35
Eskom load shedding update: Sunday, 22 October 2023: Due to the continued improved generation fleet performance and emergency reserves fully recovered, load sheding will remain suspended and only resume on Tuesday at 16:00. Stage 1 load shedding will be implemented on Tuesday from 16:00 until 05:00 on Wednesday. Thereafter, loadshedding will be suspended from 05:00 until 16:00, followed by Stage 1 loadshedding from 16:00 until 05:00 on Thursday. This pattern will be repeated daily until further notice. Breakdowns are currently at 13 559MW, while planned maintenance is at 4 765MW of generation capacity. Demand forecast for the evening peak is 25 054MW. Eskom will communicate should any significant changes occur.
Issued by George Municipality on behalf of Eskom
George will be affected as follows:
Sunday 22/10/2023
None
Monday 23/10/2023
None
Tuesday 24/10/2023
None
Wednesday 25/10/2023
None
Thursday 26/10/2023
18:00 – 20:30
Friday 27/10/2023
None
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Sunday 22/10/2023
None
Monday 23/10/2023
None
Tuesday 24/10/2023
None
Wednesday 25/10/2023
None
Thursday 26/10/2023
21:00 – 23:30
Friday 27/10/2023
None
The N2 at Kaaimans Pass was cleared for traffic yesterday after a mudslide occurred. The George Fire Brigade and other departments from the Municipality had to use JCBs and chainsaws to remove earth, rock and other debris from the road to make it accessible for traffic. Follow-up cleaning of the area is ongoing today.
A tree fell over the N2 earlier this morning at Far Hills, very close to Kaaimans Pass. The road has been opened for two-way traffic, but teams are still hard at work removing the rest of this tree from the road. Three lanes are open for traffic at this stage. A tractor will be used to move the big logs out of the road.
Wilderness and Victoria Bay
The Wilderness lagoon is open and not much debris has been found on Wilderness and Victoria beaches. Our municipal teams started with cleanups today and will carry on until the town is in tip-top shape.
Power failures
Power failures were experienced all across George and teams are still working on outages today due to the heavy weather.
Water damage
Some areas in Groeneweide Park, Rosemoor and other areas in George had draining issues in the Streets today and our Civils teams on duty cleared the drainage systems.
Weather today
George has not had nor are we expecting any rainfall today but we are experiencing a South Easterly wind of up to 40 km/h.
For emergencies please contact any of the following numbers:
TOLL FREE DISASTER NUMBER: 087 152 9999
All after-hours emergencies: 044 801 6300
Cellphone 1: 074 6218737
Cellphone2: 074 423 8635
We thank the residents for their cooperation and patience during the stormy weather.
Issued by George Municipality 22 October 2023 at 13h00
Unplanned water outage: George Municipality Civils Directorate is aware of low water pressure experienced in certain parts of Thembalethu and reports of no water
This is due to a defect in the Pressure pressure-reducing valve at the Thembalethu Reservoir which is being attended to by operational staff. We trust to restore water to these areas shortly.
We thank residents for their patience and apologize for any inconvenience as a result of this. Issued by George Mun 22 October 2023 at 13h00
EMERGENCY ROADS UPDATE – GEORGE, 11H36
STOP AND GO IN PLACE at Kaaiman’s Pass following mudslide. One lane has been opened and a stop and go is activated. Traffic is moving slowly and motorists are requested to proceed with extreme caution.
SAASVELD ROAD
Closed to due fallen trees and remains inaccessible. SANRAL is addressing the problem.
Other Roads
Heavy rain conditions are impacting roads throughout George and surrounds.
Motorists are warned to travel with caution and to avoid being on the roads unless absolutely necessary. Please do not attempt to cross low-lying bridges or flooded roads or bridges but rather use alternative routes.
Avoid low-lying areas and bridges
Our emergency personnel appeal to people living in low-lying areas to take special care during this time. They should monitor the rising water levels and evacuate to a safer place or higher area when the water level rises.
For emergencies please contact any of the following numbers:
TOLL FREE DISASTER NUMBER: 087 152 9999
All after-hours emergencies: 044 801 6300
Cellphone 1: 074 6218737
Cellphone2: 074 423 8635
We thank the residents for their cooperation and patience during this situation.
The George Municipal Area has received good rains since last night and experienced heavy downpours early this morning, causing our stormwater systems to be under severe pressure.
We are receiving numerous complaints due to flooding and our staff is in the field attending to them.
Our emergency personnel appeal to people living in low-lying areas to take special care during this time. They should monitor the rising water levels and evacuate to a safer place or higher area when the water level rises.
Also, do not cross low-lying bridges or flooded roads or bridges but rather use alternative routes.
For emergencies please contact any of the following numbers:
TOLL FREE DISASTER NUMBER: 087 152 9999
All after-hours emergencies: 044 801 6300
Cellphone 1: 074 6218737
Cellphone2: 074 423 8635
We thank the residents for their cooperation and patience during this situation.
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PROJECT: The upgrading of the Groeneweide Park bulk water pipeline will have an impact on residents, pedestrians, runners, cyclists and road users. Construction will commence in October 2023.
The estimated construction duration is 6 months.
DESCRIPTION:
The existing 200mm Ø bulk water pipeline has reached the end of its design life and must be replaced with a 400mm Ø bulk water pipeline. The new portion of pipeline is 1.1km long, starting at the corner of the George Showgrounds and constructed along the R102 in the direction of the airport, ending approximately 60m from the Gwaing River bridge.
PROJECT PERIOD:
End-October 2023 to approximately April 2024.
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
No Municipal services will be affected, and the road will be open to traffic. Short disruptions will occur when existing users are connected to the new pipeline.
WORKING HOURS:
Working hours will be from 07h00 to 18h00 Mondays to Fridays.
IMPACT:
The construction area will be fully closed to the public. No pedestrians, runners or cyclists may access the construction area throughout the duration of the construction period. Flag persons and temporary road signage must be adhered to at all times.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the construction site will be strictly controlled. No member of the public will be allowed access to the construction area, in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
PLANNED INTERRUPTION OF THE POTABLE WATER SUPPLY: KRAAIBOSCH PARK AND GROENKLOOF
THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:
KRAAIBOSCH PARK, GROENKLOOF WOODS, GROENKLOOF VILLAGE, GROENKLOOF RIF, GROENKLOOF GLEN
NOTICE is hereby given that the potable water supply will be interrupted on TUESDAY, 24 OCTOBER 2023 FROM 09H00 TO 17H00 for the purpose of repairing the bulk supply pipeline. Consumers are requested to please use water very sparingly during this period and for a few hours afterwards to allow the network to stabilise. Water tankers will be stationed in the affected areas.
The co-operation of residents is fully appreciated.
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BEPLANDE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE GESUIWERDE WATER TOEVOER: KRAAIBOSCH PARK AND GROENKLOOF
DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:
KRAAIBOSCH PARK, GROENKLOOF WOODS, GROENKLOOF VILLAGE, GROENKLOOF RIF, GROENKLOOF GLEN
KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die gesuiwerde water toevoer onderbreek sal word op DINSDAG 24 OKTOBER 2023 VAN 09H00 TOT 17H00 met die doel om die grootmaattoevoerpyplyn te herstel. Verbruikers word versoek om asseblief water baie spaarsamig te gebruik gedurende hierdie tydperk en vir ‘n paar uur daarna sodat die netwerk kan stabiliseer. Watertenkwaens sal in die geaffekteerde gebiede gestasioneer wees.
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George Municipality encourages events to take place in the destination provided they are covered under the legal framework.
It is important that any events planned for the Festive Season 1 December 2023 – 30 January 2024, that require municipal approval as per the details below, must be applied for a minimum of thirty (30) days prior to the event taking place; and the final deadline for submission of Event Applications for this season is 15 November 2023.
POPULATION CERTIFICATE
Please note that any event with more than 200 people attending, must apply for a Population Certificate, which is obtained from the Fire Department. There is a fee applicable and a number of requirements which must be attended to well in advance.
This includes but is not limited to:
Fire Department Population Certificate application forms and proof of payment
All Events require SAPS Risk Categorization
1000 people or more Department of Health Western Cape medical approval
Engineering Certificates of Compliance (COC’s) for relevant structures involved – for example, tents and stages
Electrical Certificates of Compliance for any electrical boards and generators
Public Liability Insurance
Medical service provider’s registrations
Security service provider’s registrations
Appointment letter for Safety Officer
Permission letter from property owner
Events Safety Management Plan that addresses the following:
Contact details of role-players, emergency services and authorities
Traffic Plan
Parking Plan
Public address system and backup system
Catering setup / use
Electricity setup / certificate of compliance for any temporary DV boards
Waste Removal Plan
Medical Plan
Evacuation Plan / Emergency Procedures
Security Plan
Site Plan / sketch
Any other documentation the Fire Department deems necessary to complete the application process.
OTHER COMPLIANCES
Please note that land use of your venue must be compliant and certain events with higher risk categorisations will require a Joint Operations Command (JOC).
Most events which have food vendors will have inspections by the Garden Route District Municipality Health Inspector.
Please contact Santa Sternsdorf, Station Commander at George Fire Department on 044 801 6300 or ssternsdorf@george.gov.za