03/06/2026
UPDATE 1: WEATHER-RELATED SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS IN GEORGE MUNICIPAL AREA
Issued by George Municipality, 3 June 2026 @16:30
George Municipality continues to respond to severe weather conditions affecting parts of the municipal area, including George, Uniondale, and surrounding regions. Residents are advised that multiple service disruptions are currently being experienced across sectors due to adverse weather and related infrastructure impacts.
MUNICIPAL FACILITY CLOSURES
• The Uniondale Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) remains closed on 3 and 4 June 2026 due to adverse weather conditions and operational constraints.
Residents are requested to postpone all planned visits during this period.
WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
• The municipal landfill site is temporarily closed due to unsafe access road conditions caused by rainfall.
• Refuse and green bag collection services have been suspended for today due to unsafe operating conditions.
Alternative arrangements will be communicated once conditions improve.
TRANSPORT AND ROAD SAFETY
Residents are strongly urged to avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rainfall. Road conditions remain hazardous, with localised flooding, poor visibility and water damage to road surfaces reported in several areas.
Current Road Impacts
• Nelson Mandela Boulevard and Buitenkant Street, Conville: A blocked stormwater drain has resulted in flooding on the roadway. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and avoid the area where possible.
• Hope Street, George: Hope Street, behind the Correctional Services facility, is temporarily closed due to flooding.
o Closure points:
Corner of Union Street and Hope Street (opened for eastbound traffic, westbound traffic to use detour routes)
o The road will remain closed until conditions improve and clean-up operations have been completed.
Motorists are advised to use alternative routes where possible and exercise extreme caution when travelling.
Motorists are reminded:
• Do not drive through flooded roads, bridges or low-water crossings.
• Reduce speed and maintain safe following distances.
• Follow instructions from Traffic Services and emergency personnel.
ELECTRICITY SUPPLY INTERRUPTIONS
The following power-related incidents are currently being attended to:
• Hoekwil, Bosbok Street, and Blompot Street: unplanned outage due to a fallen electricity pole. Repairs will commence once weather conditions permit safe access.
• *RESTORED* - Wilderness and surrounding areas: unplanned Eskom outage affecting supply across the area.
• Blanco/Woodville 66kV network: fault on Red Phase resulting in outages in Wilderness, Woodville, and Karatara. Eskom teams are conducting fault-finding and switching operations.
VISITOR INFORMATION SERVICES
• Telephone and internet services at the George Tourism Office are currently unavailable due to weather-related disruptions.
• The office remains open to the public with limited services.
• Enquiries can be redirected to the Wilderness Tourism Office on +27 44 877 0045.
SAND AVAILABLE FOR FLOOD MITIGATION
Sand remains available to residents in vulnerable and flood-prone areas at:
• Pacaltsdorp Community Hall
• Thembalethu Fire Station
• George Fire Station
Residents must bring their own sandbags. Assistance with filling will be provided where operationally possible.
GENERAL PUBLIC SAFETY
Residents are urged to:
• Remain indoors where possible during heavy rainfall
• Avoid flooded roads, rivers, and low-water crossings
• Secure property and remove outdoor objects that may be displaced
• Monitor official municipal communication channels for updates
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
George
• Municipal Switchboard: 044 801 9111 (07:45–16:30)
• After-hours Emergencies: 044 801 6300
• Disaster Management (Toll-Free): 087 152 9999
• Fire Department: 044 801 6311
• Civil Engineering (Stormwater): 044 801 9262 / 044 801 9266
• Law Enforcement: 044 801 6350 / 044 801 6389
Uniondale
• Switchboard / Fault Reporting: 044 752 1024
• Fire Services: 044 752 1225
• After-hours Emergencies: 044 801 6300
