Bridge collapses as freak storm hits Ladysmith
An electricity pole with heavy current was uprooted by the gale-force wind and fell to the ground
A small bridge was swept away in the heavy thunderstorm that hit Ezakheni on Saturday evening (February 2).
One electricity pole with heavy current was uprooted by the gale-force wind and fell to the ground.
Read initial story: Families evacuated, left homeless after last night’s storm in Ladysmith
Also read: Watch: People left homeless after storm hits Ladysmith
People living in this area are concerned about the schoolchildren who will suffer, as the learners use this bridge every day to get to school and back home.
Many people in Roosboom, Umbulwane and other areas are homeless as a result of the storm, and are battling without clothes, food and most importantly shelter.
Read the full story about the freak storm and see more photos in this week’s edition of the Ladysmith Gazette, which will hit the streets on Thursday.
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