Storm hits Piet Retief, leaves trail of destruction in its wake
eMkhondo Local Municipality’s executive mayor, has called for a meeting with stakeholders to assess the situation.
EMKHONDO – A severe storm struck the town on November 10 and caused significant damage across several areas, as strong winds and heavy rainfall hit businesses, infrastructure and residential neighbourhoods.
Disaster management teams are actively assessing the situation and providing urgent support as the municipality works to ensure the safety and well-being of all the affected residents.
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Laerskool Wittenberg Schule also took to its social media pages to inform of its closure due to the storm damage that left roads inaccessible.
During the severe weather, the municipality urged all the townspeople to remain indoors and prioritise their safety. Motorists were also advised to exercise extra caution, as the N2 was temporarily closed.
eMkhondo Local Municipality’s executive mayor, Ngelosi Ndhlovu, is in the process of meeting with key stakeholders to assess the situation.
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The municipality said it is committed to addressing all concerns and to restore normality.
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