NORTH and South beaches in Durban have been closed due to high seas and storm damage. According to eThekwini Municipality, the decision to close beaches has been taken as a precautionary measure – to ensure the safety of residents and holidaymakers.
“There is extensive structural damage on Durban’s beaches following heavy rains that started on Sunday 24 July. There is also a huge amount of flotsam and jetsam as well as organic matter in the water,” said Head of Communications, Tozi Mthethwa.
A major clean-up operation will be undertaken. The public will be notified once the beaches have been re-opened.
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