WATCH – Bloody sewage water spills in Merino Street
A bloody tide of sewage has once again engulfed Merino Street in Ermelo, leaving residents reeling from the stench and fearing for their children's health.
ERMELO – Residents of Merino Street are up in arms as bloody sewage water are spilling into the street, posing a severe health hazard.
“It’s disgusting. The smell is unbearable, and we’re worried about our children getting sick,” said a resident in the area.
As the Highvelder arrived at the drain in Merino Street, a gut wrenching smell lingered in the air.
Learners on holiday were walking near the flowing water and cars were looking for ways to avoid driving through the blood contaminated water.
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According to a resident in the area, she saw the spill at about 09:00 this morning. At about 12:00 they saw a municipal vehicle at the manhole.
She said the manhole in question is a constant problem in the area.
Highvelder sent media enquiries to Mandla Zwane, spokesperson for Msukaligwa Local Municipality, and awaits response.
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