Notices
New Toll-Free Emergency Number and Dedicated Emergency Contact Lines
In the wake of three successive weather-related incidents that have affected George over the past month, George Municipality has enhanced public access to emergency services by introducing a dedicated toll-free emergency number, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The new toll-free emergency number is 0800 424 477 and replaces the previous emergency number, 087 152 999.
In addition, the George Fire Services contact number, which was previously shared with other emergency services, is now dedicated exclusively to fire emergencies.
Given the impact of recent weather-related events on outlying areas, the Municipality has strengthened emergency communication channels for Uniondale and Haarlem with dedicated Fire Services and emergency reporting numbers.
These developments demonstrate the Municipality’s commitment to improving access to information, strengthening emergency communication, and enhancing rapid response and service delivery.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
GEORGE
Toll-Free Disaster Management (24/07) 0800 424 477
Fire Emergencies (24/7) 044 801 6311
After Hours 044 801 6300
UNIONDALE & HAARLEM
Uniondale/Haarlem Emergency Only 044 801 9189
Uniondale/Haarlem Fire Service (07:45-16:30) 044 752 1225
Uniondale/Haarlem After Hours 044 801 6300
Residents are encouraged to save these numbers and share them with family members, neighbours, community groups, and businesses.
PUBLIC NOTICE_ROAD CLOSURE DUE TO REPAIR WORK ON SEWER NETWORK
On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, a road will be closed to traffic at the corner of Union and Hope Streets in the western direction from 8:00 AM to 16h00 for repairs on the sewer network. Only the eastbound lane will remain open.
Motorists are advised to advised using alternative routes and exercise caution in the area.
We apologize for the inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.
Learner Licence Study Material Available at George Libraries from 1 July 2026
The George Municipality is pleased to inform residents that hard copies of Learner Licence Study Material will be available at all public libraries in the George Municipal area from 1 July 2026.
The study material was printed and supplied by the Western Cape Mobility Department and delivered to the George Municipality Main Library for distribution to libraries across the municipal area.
The delivery was facilitated by Randall Barreiro, Director: Transport Administration and Licensing, and Charlton Majiedt, Deputy Director: Compliance Monitoring.
The learner licence books were officially received on behalf of George Municipality by Malibongwe Luyenge, Senior Librarian: George Library.
Residents preparing for their learner licence tests are encouraged to visit their nearest municipal library from 1 July 2026 to access the study material.
Visit the portal: natis.gov.za
Learner Licence Study Material that will be available at George Municipality libraries from 1 July 2026, were delivered by Randall Barreiro (left), Director: Transport Administration and Licensing and Charlton Majiedt, Deputy Director: Compliance Monitoring to Malibongwe Luyenge (middle), Senior Librarian: George Library.