The death toll in the floods in KwaZulu-Natal has reached 341.
He said the Tongaat water works suffered serious damage and the municipality will be deploying more water tankers and is currently procuring a package plant that will be able to supply water.
Zikalala said Umgeni Water and the department of co-operative governance and traditional affairs has committed to help with additional water tankers.“We have proceeded with emergency work to clear roads and return access to highways, such as the N2, N3 and other important networks. More areas are becoming accessible.”“Its closure will have an impact on economic activities. Trucks are unable to access the container terminal.
Psychosocial support and social relief in distress, including food, vouchers and blankets, were being offered to bereaved and affected families.
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