Roots Butchery Festival Mall has confirmed that it remains open and fully operational despite the mall’s temporary closure following storm damage earlier on Sunday evening.

According to a statement released to the Kempton Express, the store is continuing to trade as normal.

“We have robust electrical and water backup systems that have been activated, and it is business as usual for us,” management said.

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Roots also extended its support to Festival Mall management and fellow tenants affected by the severe hailstorm.

“We stand in solidarity with our landlord and all the tenants who have suffered enormous losses due to the recent natural disaster.

“We wish them strength and positivity as they rebuild their businesses.”