Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 until 16:00 on Tuesday. Thereafter, Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented until 05:00 on Wednesday. This pattern of Stage 2 loadshedding in the morning and Stage 3 loadshedding in the evening will be repeated daily until further notice.
The George Municipality is on high alert following a Level 4 disruptive rain warning issued by the SA Weather report today. The warning predicts heavy rainfall over the Garden Route on Saturday and Sunday, 30 – 31 December 2023, with potential flooding and disruptions to essential services. Rainfall accumulation is expected to range from 35-60mm, with certain areas possibly experiencing up to 80mm.
The municipality has activated a comprehensive contingency plan that integrates various services to effectively respond to the anticipated disruptive rain. In light of this, clients utilizing George Municipality Sewerage Truck Services are urged to check septic and conservancy tank levels over the weekend. To prevent spillovers during potential floods, residents are advised to book a service by calling 044 801 9262/66. For Uniondale residents, please contact 044 752 1024, and for after-hours emergencies, call 044 801 6300.
Residents are strongly encouraged to remain vigilant and exercise caution. If on the road, avoid flooded areas and rivers, and be prepared to relocate to higher ground if necessary. Additionally, pet owners are reminded to ensure the safety of their animals during adverse weather conditions.
For emergencies, please use the following contact details:
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
Residents are encouraged to stay informed by following the George Municipal social media pages, visiting the official website, and tuning in to local media for updated information.
Contraventions of the Water Restrictions can be reported on 0800 424477. Report water leaks and burst pipes to 044 801 9262/66 or after hours at 044 801 6300, as soon as you notice them.
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
📣You can Buy Pre-Paid Electricity and view your purchasing history and electricity usage via the George Municipal Website
• Click on the PREPAID ELECTRICITY METER BOTTOM on our home page
• Register your details by completing all relevant fields
• Once registered you can purchase Prepaid Electrical Units
• See the full history of purchasing activities and electricity usage for your pre-paid electricity meter.
• Download your meter details if you need them.
There is a pipe Burst at Barrie Road. The affected area includes Barrie and Erica Roads. A water tanker will be stationed on the Corner of Barie and Erica Roads. The estimated time of repair is 4 hours.
In light of municipal offices closing at 12:00 today, 22 December and on Friday, 29 December 2023, the MVR offices in Hibernia Street and Blanco, the Vehicle Testing Station, and the Traffic Centre (DLTC) in Pacaltsdorp will close gates at 11:00 on both 22 and 29 December to assist all members of the public remaining on the premises and cash-up in time to leave at 12:00. We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding.
George Municipality Emergency Services Management team has closed Wilderness Main Beach due to dangerous swimming conditions.
According to Santa Sternsdorf from the Emergency Services Management team, the beach will remain closed and monitored. As soon as conditions improve and it is safe to swim, the beach will be opened.
Sternsdorf asked the public to remain vigilant today at all beaches in our area as rough sea conditions are making swimming dangerous. The public can expect periodic closures of beaches when sea conditions are not conducive for safe swimming.
NOTIFICATION OF THE INTERRUPTION OF THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY.
THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED:
PORTION OF GEORGE SOUTH
MITCHELL STREET
NOTICE is hereby given that the electricity supply will be interrupted on WEDNESDAY 27 DECEMBER 2023 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
THURSDAY 28 DECEMBER 2023 FROM 09H00 TO 16H30.
KENNISGEWING VAN DIE ONDERBREKING VAN DIE ELEKTRIESE TOEVOER.
DIE VOLGENDE AREAS SAL GERAAK WORD:
GEDEELTE VAN GEORGE-SUID
MITCHELL STRAAT
KENNISGEWING geskied hiermee dat die elektriese toevoer onderbreek sal word op WOENSDAG 27 DESEMBER 2023 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 DONDERDAG 28 DESEMBER 2023 VANAF 09H00 TOT 16H30.
Please note that there’s a problem with the Natis system at the Traffic Department, Pacaltsdorp which causes it to be very slow. The machines are operational, but the situation affects transactions and services at the Traffic Services Department(DLTC).
Technicians have been informed of the problem and the public is asked to be patient.
For more information contact the Traffic Department in Pacaltsdorp on 044 878 2400.
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