The level of the flood waters is slowly decreasing in Ladysmith.
Since yesterday (January 17), the water levels at Qedusizi Dam and the Soofie bridge are showing a downward trajectory. Readings taken yesterday at 16:40 were: Qedusizi Dam – 12,3m; and Soofie bridge – 7.85m.
The readings taken at 07:00 this morning (January 18) are: Qedusizi Dam – 10.6m; and Soofie bridge – 7.6m.
This shows that the water is indeed going down, but at a very slow rate. Reports this morning indicate that all roads in the low-lying areas of the CBD are still water-logged and blocked.
Also read: Water levels decreasing at a steady pace in town
Also read: Lower CBD still flooded
Public Safety officers are manning stations in areas with a high traffic volume.
Traffic heading towards the Indoor Sports Complex is bumper-to-bumper, with commuters rushing to get into town via the only route available.
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