Wesselton’s old mining holes poses danger to community
The hole is notorious for being dangerous with only a few venturing towards it.
Various negative after-effects of mines are felt long after the mine is shut down.
Operations of the mines in the Wesselton area have been detrimental to the well-being and health of the residents of the township.
These have led to various issues affecting the township which include but are not limited to poor service delivery.
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Sewage spillages are a norm for most living there with the stench unbearable to newcomers, but not to locals.
The township is expanding with more people migrating towards it, meaning more informal settlements are sprouting near what used to be mines.
This poses health risks to anyone living within the vicinity.
A big hole or pit if you will, in Ecwebezela is a constant memory of what used to be a mining town.
The hole is notorious for being dangerous with only a few venturing towards it.
It is surrounded by kraals where livestock is kept.
These hoofed mammals are not safe, with few having strayed in and instantly killed which has left a stench of rotting carcasses.
Murky green water fills it with residents alleging some people have drowned in such.
“It is especially hard to caution these young children about the dangers of swimming in these holes,” one resident said.
Msukaligwa Municipality has warned the community to stay away and refrain from swimming in such holes.
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