Port St Johns, on the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape, has been battered by heavy rains and localised flooding. Hundreds had to be evacuated in Green Farm as the heavily flooded Mzimvubu River burst its banks. More rain is expected in the coming days.
Speaking to the SABC, Port St Johns Municipality speaker, Ayanda Gantsho said the municipality has decided to evacuate the villagers to the town hall and churches.
The South African Weather Services has warned that more heavy rain is expected until Thursday which could lead to more flooding and pose a threat to low-lying bridges and roads. The service has issued warnings for the Eastern Cape, Central Karoo and the south coast of Western Cape, southern KwaZulu-Natal as well as the western parts of the North West and the Free State until Thursday.
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