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Public urged to adhere to safety regulations
Law enforcement will also strictly enforce observance of the curfew. No persons are allowed to sleep overnight in public areas, buses, taxis and cars.
SAFETY is paramount during this time of the year and the Mayor, Councillor Mxolisi Kaunda, appeals to the public to adhere to all safety regulations to ensure an incident free festive season. The call was made as holidaymakers descended on the city for the holiday period.
The mayor’s call also follows the drowning of three people at various city beaches. Circumstances surrounding the drownings are under investigation. However, all three were discovered outside of designated bathing times and non-bathing beaches, the city said.
Kaunda said law enforcement, together with various municipal departments, are out in full force to ensure the safety of the public.
“We appeal to the public and to our visitors on the beach and in other places to co-operate with the police, municipal staff and lifeguards to ensure their safety,” he said.
Only swim in designated bathing beaches as these have lifeguards, the city advised. “This ensures that emergency assistance is readily available should anyone get into any difficulty,” said the mayor. In addition, swimming while under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
Parents are also encouraged to ensure that children are tagged with wristbands that contain their contact details to ensure that they can be easily re-united should they get separated.
The city’s traffic management plan ensures the smooth flow of traffic and efficient access control during the festive period, particularly in areas that are prone to congestion.
Law enforcement is taking a zero-tolerance approach to drinking and driving and to public drinking. Vehicles will be searched for alcohol in beach areas.
Law enforcement will also strictly enforce observance of the curfew. No persons are allowed to sleep overnight in public areas, buses, taxis and cars.
“Our safety measures are in place to ensure that everyone enjoys the festive season while staying safe, they are not meant to dampen the festive spirit, so we appeal to the public to co-operate with all our law enforcing agencies and other staff,” the mayor added.
Incidents, complaints or any matter that needs urgent attention can be reported on 031 361 0000.
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