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Motorists warned about flooding

Stay away from the low-lying bridge.

Residents are urged to be cautious of the rising Olifants River due to heavy rainfall.

Those in Presidentsrus and their next-door neighbour, Olifants River Lodge, are advised to avoid the low-lying bridge in the area due to the risk of it being flooded by the river.

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Increasing water level of the Klein Olifants River.

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With more rainfall expected today, the municipality has warned residents to avoid low-lying bridges and take necessary precautions where needed.

• The municipality said the Middelburg Dam is currently at 97% and the inflow is at 700mm. The sluice gates were opened at 15:00.

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Gerhard Rheeder

I have been a journalist for two decades, with numerous awards to my credit, both in photography and writing. A brief stint as researcher in the opposition offices of the Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature, honed my skills as specialist local government reporter, covering crime and courts.
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