Issued by George Municipality, 14 February 2025 @07:29
Last night, an unexpected power outage occurred at the East of Buitekant Street in the George industrial area. Due to safety concerns, repairs shall commence during normal working hours from 08:00 this morning. The Estimated time of repairs (ETR) is 6 hrs.
Issued by George Municipality, 13 Feb 2025 @07:25
✅ Fire is under control, with only a few hotspots remaining.
🌿 Local landowners will monitor and extinguish any remaining flare-ups.
⚠️ No further incidents reported.
🔥 Stay alert & report emergencies:
📞 George Fire Department (After-Hours & Emergencies): 044 801 6300
📞 Toll-Free Disaster Number: 087 152 9999
📞 Fire Emergencies: 044 801 6311
#Uniondale #WildfireUpdate
Issued by George Municipality, 12 Feb 2025 @19:37
The R339 road between Uniondale & Avontuur Pass is closed due to a veld fire. The George Fire crews, landowners & Fire Management Unit are on-site.
🔥 Stay alert & report emergencies: 📞 044 801 6300
#Uniondale #WildfireUpdate #R339Closure
Issued by George Municipality, 12 February 2025 @18:13
The George Fire Department has confirmed that uncontrolled wildfires are currently burning in the De Hoop and Avontuur areas within the George Municipal precinct.
At this stage, no injuries or damage to property have been reported. The Garden Route District Municipality Fire Department has requested assistance, and the George Fire Services have dispatched crews to support firefighting efforts.
We will provide further updates as more information becomes available.
Emergency Contact Numbers:
📞 George Fire Department (After-Hours & Emergencies): 044 801 6300
📞 Toll-Free Disaster Number: 087 152 9999
📞 Fire Emergencies: 044 801 6311
Please complete your applications online at https://zurl.co/JHY0e by the deadline of 6 March 2025
Percentage storage at new raised dam wall height 89,12%
Rainfall for the previous days: 7.20 mm (Measured 4 – 10 February 2025)
For water-saving tips please visit: http://tinyurl.com/3439h4n7
The cooperation of all users of municipal water is essential and is greatly appreciated.
Please note that Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) which is situated at Hibernia Street, MVR in Blanco, Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) in Pacaltsdorp and Vehicle Testing Station (VTS) will be closing at 14:00 on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 for compulsory monthly meetings.
Services at all the above traffic service centres will resume on Thursday, 13 February 2025.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.
