Over this past weekend (04/05 February 2022), the City of Tshwane experienced heavy rainfall resulting in a number of flash floods and subsequent damage to property. Communities in Gomora, Mamelodi West, Nellmapius, and Sebothoma were hugely affected.
More than 800 flood-affected households received assistance from the City’s Social Development and Community Services department, which is working in tandem with Disaster Management, which has been on high alert since the rains began.
MMC for Social Development and Community Safety, Cllr Peggy De Bruin said affected households who do not have extended family members to stay have been temporarily relocated to community halls such as Sebothoma Hall, Mamelodi West Hall, and Nellmapius Community Hall.
“The City has reacted fast by deploying a multi-departmental team to respond to the flooding incidents and assist residents with much-needed relief services,” she said.
Ms. De Bruin said it is important to note that “the City of Tshwane is still within the wet season and we would like to remind residents to remain alert at all times, especially residents whose homes are near river banks or situated within a floodplain.
“We remain on high alert for any flood-related emergencies that need our urgent intervention. For disasters and emergencies, residents can contact us on 107 toll-free on all cellular networks and landline phones.”
