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Margate beach closed due to sewage spill

People are urged to stay away from the Nkongweni River and lagoon due to the pollution.

February 17, 2020
Shona Aylward 1 minute read

Margate Beach is closed for bathing until further notice due to the sewerage pollution of the Nkongweni River and the mouth is open.

Ward Councillor Dave Watson said updates will be given as available.

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“Authorities are in attendance and reason for the failure of the two pump stations simultaneously is being investigated,” he said.

“A serious issue with the lift and delivery pumps that handle the sewerage from areas of Margate and Manaba. This will mean that the whole river system and the Lagoon is under threat from severe pollution.”

He warned for everyone to stay clear of the whole system until the all clear has been given.

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February 17, 2020
Shona Aylward 1 minute read

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Shona Aylward is a vastly experienced journalist working as a senior reporter. Aside from her extensive community involvement and story writing, she is also involved in creative page layout, and the various media platforms. Shona began her career with Caxton at the Southlands Sun. Previous to this she worked in the marketing industry for surf magazines. Shona is a renown 'greenie' and champions environmental causes. She is also Mom to a number of dogs and cats, and the occasional uninvited snake. When she can find some spare time, it's usually to the beach that she heads.
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