Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 93,90%
Rainfall for the previous days: 0,1mm (Measured from 13 -19 May 2025)
Please see the link to 2B water restrictions implemented as of 1 May 2024: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
The public is hereby urgently informed of sewer contamination in the Gwaing River, originating from the Proefplaas Sewer Pump Station located near the R102 and affecting areas downstream.
As a precautionary measure, all individuals are instructed to immediately cease any extraction of water from the Gwaing River and to avoid all contact with the water body, including swimming, fishing, and any other water-related activities.
The municipality is actively implementing measures to mitigate potential health and environmental risks. Further updates will be communicated as the situation develops.
We urge the public to take this warning seriously and cooperate fully to ensure public safety.
Notice is hereby given in terms of NEMA, 1998 (Act. 107 of 1998) that a preliminary Section 24G rectification application on the Gwaing Waste Management Facility, George has been made available for a 30-day public review and commenting-period. The report will be available for review from 22nd May 2025 to 23rd June 2025. The Preliminary S24G application can be accessed online, via the website: www.umdes.co.za
A planned construction activity of the UPGRADING OF MEUL SEWAGE PUMP STATION is scheduled to take place tonight, the 19th of May 2025 from 22H00 to 23H00.
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
The contractor will be doing a switch over to a temporal bypass at Meul sewage pump station inlet works. EDEN Sewage pump station and Kraaibosch Sewage pump station might be switched off for a short period when doing the switchover.
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
None.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the construction site will be strictly controlled. In accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, no members of the public will be allowed in the construction area.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES : Mr Johan Pienaar – 071 869 4711 (Technical)
: Mr Cecil Swartbooi– 078 163 2935 (Community Liaison Officer)
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Please note that refuse collection services are currently running behind schedule due to unexpected vehicle breakdowns.
Collections will still be completed later today, although delays are expected.
Green bag collection in George South and Pacaltsdorp will be carried out tomorrow, 16 May 2025.
We apologise for the inconvenience and thank residents for their patience and understanding.
For further enquiries, please contact the George Municipality on 044 801 6300.
Please note that the Vehicle Testing Station will be temporarily closed today, 15 May, from 09:30 to 11:00 due to essential repair work.
We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding.
For further enquiries, please contact 044 801 9312.
Eskom will implement #Stage2 loadshedding during evening peak periods from today at 16:00 until 22:00 on Thursday to ensure supply during working days
George will be affected as follows:
Tuesday 13/05/2025
16:00 – 18:30
Wednesday 14/05/2025
16:00 – 18:30
Thursday 15/05/2025
None
Uniondale will be affected as follows:
Tuesday 13/05/2025
19:00 – 21:30
Wednesday 14/05/2025
19:00 – 21:30
Thursday 15/05/2025
None
Consumers are reminded to PLEASE use electricity sparingly after power returns. Please do not switch high-usage equipment on immediately after Load shedding.
Receive Eskom loadshedding notifications by downloading the free EskomSePush app from Google Play Store at https://sepush.co.za/…
A planned construction activity of the UPGRADING OF EDEN SEWAGE PUMP STATION, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays, will also include Saturday 17th May and Saturday 24th May 2025 from 07h00 to 13h00.
The construction activities extend from the Eden Sewage Pump station to Dikkop Str and Pikkewyn Str.
SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Minor operational interruptions can be expected during the construction works. Advance notifications of planned temporary disruptions and the effects thereof will be issued via social media.
TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users, and pedestrians are advised to exercise caution during the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary construction works and road signage.
ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the construction site will be strictly controlled. In accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, no members of the public will be allowed in the construction area.
PROJECT ENQUIRIES
Mr Kosie Smit – 044 801 9496 (George Municipality Project Manager)
Mr Danie Brand – 083 555 1290 (Engineer)
Ms Shaldene Davids – 074 899 4420 (Community Liaison Officer)
The George Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and appeals to the public to be patient and exercise caution throughout the construction period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 95,30%
Rainfall for the previous days: 0 mm (Measured from 6 -12 May 2025)
Please see the link to 2B water restrictions implemented as of 1 May 2024: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
