Notices

Issued by George Municipality on behalf of the South African Weather Service, 30 April 2025

The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for damaging waves along parts of the Western Cape coastline — including George — valid from Thursday, 1 May 2025 to Friday, 2 May 2025.

A south-westerly swell with wave heights of 3.5 to 4.5 metres, accompanied by strong to near gale force winds (gusting up to 70km/h), is expected to result in rough sea conditions.

💥 Potential impacts:
• Dangerous navigation conditions for small vessels and watercraft
• Increased risk of capsizing
• Localised disruption to beachfront activities
• Risk of waves sweeping people off coastal rocks
• Temporary disruption at small harbours or ports

Please avoid risky coastal areas and stay updated through official weather channels. #StaySafe

Issued by George Municipality, 30 April 2025 @11:19

An unplanned power outage has occurred in parts of Pacaltsdorp, affecting Beukes Street, Harmon, and Unity areas.

🔧 Electricians are attending to the matter.
🕛 Estimated Time of Repair (ETR): 12:00

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank residents for their patience.

Inwoners van Haarlem neem asseblief kennis dat vullisverwydering vir vandag opgeskort sal word, weens swaar reënval.

📅 Vullisverwydering sal môre, 1 Mei 2025 hervat word.
Ons vra om verskoning vir die ongerief en waardeer u begrip.

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Refuse Collection Delay – Haarlem
Issued by George Municipality, 30 April 2025

Residents of Haarlem are advised that, due to heavy rainfall, refuse collection has been suspended for today.

📅 Collection will resume tomorrow, 1 May 2025.
We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

An unplanned power outage has occurred on the Blackwood line due to damage caused by a consumer.
🛠️ Repairs are currently in progress.
🕒 At this stage, there is no Estimated Time of Repair (ETR) available.

We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to restore the power supply.

A planned construction of the Thembalethu West Reservoir, & Pump station, initially scheduled to take place on weekdays, will also be construction work on the 01 May 2025 between 07:00 and 14:00.

SERVICE DISRUPTION:
Minor operational interruptions can be expected during the construction works. Advance notification of planned temporary disruptions and the effects thereof will be issued via social media.

TRAFFIC IMPACT:
Residents, road users and pedestrians need to exercise caution throughout the construction period. Please adhere to flag persons, temporary construction works and road signage.

ACCESS TO SITE:
Access to the site will be strictly controlled. No member of the public will be allowed access to the construction area, in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

PROJECT ENQUIRIES:                                                                                                                                                           Mr Andre Scheepers – 044 801 9492 (Technical)
Mr Alewijn Dippenaar – 082 457 5675 (Public 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 cooper

Please be advised that due to damage to fibre infrastructure, internet connectivity at the Pacaltsdorp Traffic Department is currently unavailable.

The following sections are affected:

• Fines Administration

As a result, the following services are temporarily inaccessible:

• Email communications
• Fine payments
• Collaborator system
• Flexgen platform

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience while the matter is being resolved.

For more information please contact the Traffic Department on 044 878 2400.

George Municipality and the Tourism and Business Institute of Southern Africa (TTBISA) to host food safety training

The George Municipality, in collaboration with the Tourism and Business Institute of Southern Africa (TTBISA), will host food safety training for businesses in the food industry and informal traders on 19 May 2025 at the George Municipal Banquet Hall, from 8:30.

You are kindly invited if:
• You work in the food industry;
• You own an informal business dealing with food;
• You would like to know more about food safety;
• You would be interested in more information on food hygiene and how it impacts your business.

Please confirm your attendance by emailing info@ttbisa.co.za or send a WhatsApp message to 076 299 4761.

For more information, please contact the George Municipality Economic Development Office (044) 801 9212 or email Mbangiso@george.gov.za