Residents living in the once quiet First Street have seen a significant increase in the volume of traffic.
This, according to one of the residents, is to avoid the speed hump in Canna Avenue.
The elderly resident who did not want to be named said that the increase in vehicles in the street also posed a serious risk to pedestrians.
“Some drivers speed on this road, which is also very narrow. A large number of school children walk on this road to get home and their lives are in danger,” said the resident.
His suggestion was that the municipality considers placing speed-calming devices in First Street.
This, he says, will force motorists to slow down and be cautious.
The resident’s request was sent to Umtshezi’s Municipal Manager Nonhlanhla Njoko who explained the process involved when requesting a speed hump or speed calming.
“The municipality requires a letter for application accompanied by a petition signed by the community members in that area/street. This letter and petition must be forwarded to the municipality for approval,” said Ms Njoko.