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GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL – Issued 19 March 2024

GARDEN ROUTE DAM LEVEL
Issued 19 March 2024, George Municipality

Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 84,05
Rainfall for the previous 7 days: 12 mm (Measured up to and including 18 March 2024)

For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.

Update on power outage:portion of Thembalethu

Teams are still busy with removal of illegal connections in Thembalethu. As soon as all is clear and safe the areas will be energized. Areas affected are All Brick East, All Brick West and Mandela Village.Issued by George Municipality 18 March 2024 at 12h30

ESKOM LOADSHEDDING, 17 March 2024

 

 

Due to the loss of two generating units over the past 24 hours and the increase of planned maintenance as part of Eskom’s plan to improve its generation fleet reliability, Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 on Monday until further notice.

George will be affected as follows:

Sunday 17/03/2024

None

Monday 18/03/2024

14:00 – 16:30

22:00 – 00:30

Tuesday 19/03/2024

22:00 – 00:30

Wednesday 20/03/2024

06:00 – 08:30

Thursday 21/03/2024

04:00 – 06:30

12:00 – 14:30

Friday 22/03/2024

12:00 – 14:30

20:00 – 22:30

Uniondale will be affected as follows:

Sunday 17/03/2024

17:00 – 19:30

Monday 18/03/2024

17:00 – 19:30

Tuesday 19/03/2024

01:00 – 03:30

Wednesday 20/03/2024

01:00 – 03:30

09:00 – 11:30

Thursday 21/03/2024

07:00 – 09:30

15:00 – 17:30

Friday 22/03/2024

15:00 – 17:30

23:00 – 01:30

Consumers are reminded to use electricity sparingly after power returns, especially after a 4-hour Loadshedding slot

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. This will reduce the risk of overload tripping on the network and reduce our current high MVA spikes.

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 and wait at least 30 minutes before reporting no power. The directorate will be aware of a possible substation trip that needs to be sorted out.

Receive Eskom loadshedding notifications by downloading the free EskomSePush app from Google Play Store at https://sepush.co.za/

Update: Haarlem Fires Contained

We are pleased to report that light rain has contributed to a decrease in temperatures and a reduction in fire intensity. As a result, the fire is now contained, with teams from the Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) fire and Working on Fire (WOF) remaining on-site to conduct mop-up operations and monitor the area throughout the night. The George firefighting team has safely returned to the station with all vehicles.

The George Municipality’s Municipal Manager, Dr Michele Gratz, commends the team for their exceptional work and unwavering dedication to ensuring the safety of communities and the protection of structures.

 

Mountain Fire Incident in Haarlem near George

On Friday evening, 15 March 2024, mountain fires broke out in Haarlem, a small town on the eastern outskirts of the George Municipal precinct. The George Fire Brigade, along with the Garden Route District Municipality’s Fire Services, Southern Cape Fire Protection Association (SCFPA), and Working on Fire (WOF), promptly mobilised their firefighting teams to respond to the blaze. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this stage.

This morning, 16 March, firefighting crews conducted a full reconnaissance and subsequently deployed drones. Currently, the northwestern line against Haarlem town poses no threat to structures. Meanwhile, the southern line remains active, with ground crews diligently working to contain it. The northeasterly line is advancing towards orchards, prompting the George Fire team to mobilise in that direction. Additionally, the George Mobile Water tanker has been activated to provide water support to the firefighters.

Despite the fire’s intensity, the firefighting teams are effectively safeguarding all structures, ensuring their security. We will continue to provide updates on any developments regarding the situation.

For any emergencies, the George Fire Department can be contacted on Fire Emergencies: 044 801 6311 or After-Hours and Emergencies: 044 801 6300.

📣NEW RESCHEDULED DATES:NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY: PORTION OF PACALTSDORP

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED: PORTION OF PACALTSDORP: HAYDEN,BEETHOVEN, CHOPIN,WAGNER, SHUBERT, HEATHER RD & BACK ROADS

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on THURSDAY 21 MARCH 2024 FROM 08H30 TO 20H00 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on FRIDAY 22 MARCH 2024 FROM 08H30 TO 20H00

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KENNISGEWING VAN DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.

DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD: GEDEELTE VAN PACALTSDORP: HAYDEN,BEETHOVEN,CHOPIN,WAGNER,SHUBERT, HEATHER & BACK ROADS

KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op DONDERDAG 21 MAART 2024 VANAF 08H30TOT 20H00 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.

Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op VRYDAG 22 MAART 2024 VANAF 08H30 TOT 20H00

Eskom Loadshedding Update: 15 March 2024

Friday, 15 March 2024: As previously communicated, Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented at 16:00 today until 05:00 tomorrow morning. Thereafter, loadshedding will be suspended from 05:00 on Saturday until 16:00, followed by Stage 1 loadshedding until 05:00 on Sunday.

The loadshedding pattern implemented on Saturday will be repeated on Sunday. This is as a result of the anticipated lower weekend demand. Eskom will provide an update for the week ahead on Sunday afternoon and will communicate should the need arise.

George will be affected as follows:

Friday 15/03/2024
16:00 – 18:30

Saturday 16/03/2024
00:00 – 02:30

Sunday 17/03/2024
None

Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Friday 15/03/2024
19:00 – 21:30

Saturday 16/03/2024
03:00 – 05:30

Sunday 17/03/2024
17:00 – 19:30

ROTATIONAL SWITCH ON AFTER LOADSHEDDING
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.
Receive Eskom loadshedding notifications by downloading the free EskomSePush app from Google Play Store at https://sepush.co.za/

Planned power outage: Keerom Street, portion of George South

NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:

PORTION OF GEORGE SOUTH

KEEROM STREET

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on FRIDAY 29 MARCH  2024  FROM  09H00 TO 16H30 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on FRIDAY 05 APRIL  2024 FROM  09H00 TO 16H30.

 

KENNISGEWING VAN  DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.

DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:

GEDEELTE VAN GEORGE- SUID

KEEROM STRAAT

 

KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op VRYDAG 29 MAART 2024 VANAF  09H00 TOT 16H30 met  die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.

Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op VRYDAG 05 APRIL  2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30.

Planned power outage: Palgrave Street, Portion of George South

NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.

THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:

PORTION OF GEORGE SOUTH
PALGRAVE STREET

NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on WEDNESDAY 27 MARCH 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30 for the purpose of doing alterations to the electrical mains. Consumers are warned to treat the installation as being live for the full duration as the supply may be resumed at any time within the notified period.

Should circumstances prevent the work being carried out during the abovementioned period; the work will be done on WEDNESDAY 03 APRIL 2024 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30.

 

KENNISGEWING VAN DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.

DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:

GEDEELTE VAN GEORGE- SUID
PALGRAVE STRAAT

KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op WOENSDAG 27 MAART 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30 met die doel om veranderings aan elektriese hoofleidings te maak. Klante word gewaarsku om die installasie as lewendig te beskou vir die volle periode aangesien die toevoer enige tyd gedurende die periode aangeskakel mag word.

Sou omstandighede verhoed dat die werk gedoen kan word gedurende bogenoemde periode, sal die werk gedoen word op WOENSDAG 03 APRIL 2024 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30.

GO GEORGE schedules on upcoming Public Holidays

With several public holidays coming up, GO GEORGE calls on passengers to take note of the schedules that will be followed on these days.

On Human Rights Day, Thursday 21 March, buses will operate according to the Saturday schedule.

Easter weekend

On Friday 29 March, the buses will run according to the Sunday schedule, and on Monday 1 April, the Saturday schedule will apply on all routes.

For any enquiries or assistance with trip planning, phone the GO GEORGE Call Centre on 0800 044 044, or visit the GO GEORGE Facebook page for the latest news.

 

 GO GEORGE-SKEDULES OP KOMENDE VAKANSIEDAE

Met verskeie openbare vakansiedae voor die deur, vestig GO GEORGE passasiers se aandag op die skedules wat op hierdie dae gevolg sal word.

Op Menseregtedag, Donderdag 21 Maart, sal die busse volgens die Saterdagskedule ry.

Paasnaweek

Die Sondagskedule sal gevolg word op Vrydag 29 Maart, en op Maandag 1 April sal die Saterdagskedule op alle roetes geld.

Vir enige navrae of hulp met ritbeplanning, skakel die GO GEORGE-inbelkantoor by 0800 044 044, of besoek die GO GEORGE Facebook-blad vir die jongste nuus.