Death Toll Rises to Nine in Western Cape Building Collapse Tragedy

Death Toll Rises to Nine in Western Cape Building Collapse Tragedy

The George Municipality in the Western Cape says a construction worker who has been in hospital after being rescued from Monday’s building collapse has died, bringing the death toll to nine. The rescue operation has reached over 88 hours, with experts predicting that the survival rate for the 44 workers still trapped under the rubble has dropped to around 33-percent. The municipality’s spokesperson, Chantel Edwards-Klose, says the rescue operation is […]

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South Africa

George Municipality in S.A to Conduct Mop-Up Operations After Flooding

The George Municipality in South Africa will continue mop-up operations today following flooding in various parts of the Western Cape town. Disaster Management Services reported that some areas received over 100 millimeters of rain, leading to overflowing of the Garden Route Dam. Flooding affected homes, roads, and infrastructure such as the Wilderness Civils Depot and Water Treatment Works. Mayoral committee member for Community Safety, Marais Kruger, mentioned that wet and […]

April 10, 2024 84

South Africa

George Municipality in the Western Cape, South Africa, says disaster management services are on standby

The George Municipality in the Western Cape, South Africa, says disaster management services are on standby to attend to any emergencies. This as more heavy rainfall with possible flash flooding is expected in the municipality today. Courtnay and Hope Streets in the George Central Business District are currently flooded. The municipality’s spokesperson, Ntobeko Mangqwengqwe, says motorists are warned to drive with caution: ENG NtobekoonHeavyRains

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