WATCH: Joint operation sees 12 rescued in Melville, KZN South Coast
Today's rescue operation was described as dangerous and those who went the extra mile to help save lives have been praised,
Rescue services, together with volunteers, saved the lives of 12 people, including children, in the flooded area of Melville on the KZN South Coast during the course of the day.
Selvan Chetty, chairman of the Tweni Community Police Forum, thanked the many volunteers for their tireless and brave efforts in coming to the help of the people, who had become stranded due to the flooding.
“Volunteers from National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), various CPF and non-profit organisations have stepped in to assist today, together with helpful staff from Ray Nkonyeni Municipality (RNM).”
Chetty said the rescue operation in Melville was dangerous, and he praised the K9 Search and Rescue team, NSRI Station 20, Medevac and RNM Fire Department for their extraordinary service.
He said rescue efforts started from early this morning in areas where they were most needed.
“What a day! Helping people, co-coordinating responses and calls for assistance,” he said.
Chetty said they will continue to work tonight, assisting anyone who needs help.
Rudi Prinsloo from NSRI Station 20 said they had a busy day, assisting people who were stuck in flooded areas along the coast, as far as Ifafa.
