Evacuations anticipated for residents along the Orange River

 Evacuations anticipated for residents along the Orange River

The Upington-based ZF Mcgawu District Municipality in the Northern Cape is bracing for an overflow of water. Several dams upstream, including the Bloemhof Dam, have released water into the Orange River system. ZF Mcgawu District Municipality spokesperson, Martha Manyehe says that the rising Orange River is already of concern at low-lying areas in Keimoes. “Currently…...

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Edward Smit