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In a demonstration of its no-nonsense approach to alcohol consumption on its beaches, George Municipality’s law enforcement and beach monitors confiscated alcohol and removed intoxicated individuals disturbing the peace of other beachgoers today. One person was also arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol.

The Municipality is deeply concerned about numerous attempts to bring in alcohol, including hiding bottles in unconventional places like baby nappies, in-between meat, and the sand. Our officers, authorized by Municipal By-laws, will continue rigorous searches of cars and beachgoers.

This confirms the municipality’s commitment to strictly enforcing its NO ALCOHOL policy on beaches, ensuring a safe environment for all visitors. The municipality will continue to act decisively against the use of alcohol on its beaches and issue a stern warning that it will not tolerate alcohol consumption in these public spaces.

The control and searching of vehicles and bag access at municipal beaches are implemented under “The Access to Public Premises and Access of Vehicles Act (53 1985)”. The public is cautioned that prohibited substances, weapons, alcohol, fireworks, etc., will be confiscated, and fines can be issued. All confiscated items or goods will be handed over to the South African Police Service (SAPS) for disposal.

George Municipality encourages beachgoers to cooperate with officials to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Neighbourhood Watch, Community Police Forums, George, and Provincial Traffic Services, SANPARKS, National Sea Rescue Institute, Private Security Companies, the South African Police Service (SAPD), including business owners, also assist the Municipality in ensuring a safe festive season.

Beach areas under the control of George Municipality include Wilderness Main Beach, Wilderness Lagoon, Wilderness Steps, Wilderness Leentjiesklip, Victoria Bay Beach, Gwaing River Mouth Beach and Day Camp, and Herold’s Bay Beach and Tidal Pool.

For complaints and further information, please contact the Law Enforcement office at 044 801 6350 (07h45 – 16h30) or 044 801 6300 (After-hours assistance for bylaw-related offences and emergencies). The public can also send emails to sprins@george.gov.za with complaints or related matters. Law Enforcement Office – 25B Cathedral Street.

The temporary closure of Herolds Bay Beach for swimming, due to elevated E. coli levels, has been lifted. Subsequent tests have confirmed acceptable E. coli levels, and the public is now free to access the beach and enjoy swimming.

George Municipality is aware of a water outage in Candlewood Street, Heather Park. Staff is on-site, busy exposing services, and the water pipeline is underneath a tree, making the work very complex. The expected time of repairs is between 6-8 hours.

A water truck is parked at 25 Candlewood Street, Heather Park to supply drinking water while the work continues.

We apologize to the public for any inconvenience caused and request patience while we attend to the pipe burst.

Water supply has been interrupted at Wellington Street, across from the Wellington Spar store.
Please note that Wellington Street and adjacent streets will be affected.
The municipal team is on site and attending to the problem.

ETR 4-6Hours
Location of tanker or standpipe to follow.

Herolds Bay beach is temporarily closed to the public for swimming, until further notice, due to E-Coli levels exceeding acceptable norms. Public can access the beach but no swimming allowed.

In the interests of public health and safety, the public are urged not to swim until the levels are within acceptable norms. Water samples continue to be taken on a daily basis and further updates will be provided.

TRAFFIC ALERT – Accident Dolphin’s Point Wilderness, 13 December @ 20h43

Please note both lanes of the N2 are currently closed at Wilderness, Dolphin’s Point travelling in the direction George, following a motor vehicle accident.

Provincial traffic and disaster services are on the scene. Please proceed with caution and reduce speed.

Issued George Municipality

Please take note that at about 18h00 tonight Stormwater cover slab will be replaced, in the center of the road at the intersection of Knysna Road and 2nd Street.

We expect minimal traffic interruption. Traffic Officials will be on-site to assist with the diversion of traffic.

Stage 2 loadshedding will resume at 16:00 today until 05:00 on Thursday.

Thereafter, loadshedding will be suspended from 05:00 until 16:00 on Thursday.

The pattern of suspending loadshedding from 05:00 until 16:00 and implementing Stage 2 loadshedding from 16:00 until 05:00 will be implemented daily until Sunday afternoon.

George will be affected as follows:

Wednesday 13/12/2023
16:00 – 18:30

Thursday 14/12/2023
16:00 – 18:30

Friday 15/12/2023
00:00 – 02:30

Saturday 16/12/2023
00:00 – 02:30

Sunday 17/12/2023
None

Uniondale will be affected as follows:

Wednesday 13/12/2023
19:00 – 21:30

Thursday 14/12/2023
19:00 – 21:30

Friday 15/12/2023
03:00 – 05:30

Saturday 16/12/2023
03:00 – 05:30

Sunday 17/12/2023
17:00 – 19:30

ROTATIONAL SWITCH ON AFTER LOADSHEDDING – reduce power to avoid network tripping

Consumers are reminded to PLEASE use electricity sparingly after power returns. Please do not switch high-usage equipment on immediately after Load shedding.

Consumers are urged to turn off high-usage equipment and where possible to not switch on appliances such as stoves and kettles for at least 30 minutes after load shedding is scheduled to return. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network.

Reporting power outages
Please do not phone the after-hours number or the Electrotechnical Department to report that you have no power immediately after load shedding is scheduled to be lifted. Please be aware of the rotational switching on i.e. areas are switched on one by one and not all at the same time to avoid overloading the system. Please wait at least 30 minutes before reporting no power. The Electrotechnical Directorate will be aware of a possible substation trip that needs to be sorted out.

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