‘Death trap hole’ in residential area

Fears that a child or animal may fall into this deep hole has a resident concerned

August 22, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo 1 minute read

A learners looks into the deep hole at the corner of Pylon Avenue and De Waal Drive.

Dozens of pedestrians pass by Pylon Avenue daily.

A ‘death trap hole’, as one resident describes it, is lying neglected for weeks.

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“It has a few pieces of warning tape around it but that will not stop a child or an animal falling in and not being able to get out,” said a resident.

He further explained that the deep hole is on a open sewer line.

“That alone is a huge hazard and it’s been like that for weeks that I know of, probably longer, so there’s very little interest being paid to this potential disaster by anyone,” added the resident.

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August 22, 2019

Ronelle Mungaroo 1 minute read

Sihle Ntenjwa

A journalist at Caxton Local Media, contributing to Estcourt and Midlands News. Passionate and dedicated to his craft, Sihle has quickly made a name for himself since arriving in Estcourt in late 2023. His commitment to storytelling and community journalism has earned him recognition for keeping readers informed with compelling and accurate local news