Hattingspruit residents have raised fresh concerns about the safety of local water resources after animal carcasses were found in a stream near the area colloquially known as the old drive-in.

Residents fear the decomposing carcasses could contaminate an already scarce water resource, adding to concerns about pollution in the area.

Merianne Long, who farms in the area, reported that the stream has also been affected by the dumping of soiled nappies, further raising concerns about possible health risks for residents who rely on local water sources.

A week after a Courier video highlighted the carcass dumping, the Department of Water Affairs is yet to take action, Long said, despite officials requesting her number.

The nappy dumping was highlighted by the Courier last year and stopped after authorities were alerted to the pollution.

Unhappy residents have long called for the stream to be cleaned up and for action to be taken to prevent further dumping and pollution.

Dannhauser Ward 3 councillor Mthembu, who is responsible for the area, has been contacted for comment.

Any response received will be published in due course.

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