Safety tips to adhere to during the stormy weather
Remain vigilant and follow these safety tips from the eThekwini Disaster Management
SEVERAL areas throughout the City have been affected by the stormy weather which is expected to continue today.
While emergency personnel remain on high alert and are still attending to scenes affected by the floods, the eThekwini Municipality has urged residents to remain indoors.
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Here are a few tips from eThekwini Disaster Operations Centre for you to share with family and friends:
- Disconnect electrical appliances if your house has flooded.
- Do not attempt to cross flowing water sources such as rivers.
- Do not drive across bridges that have flooded.
- Avoid low lying areas that are prone to flooding.
- Stay away from power lines and electrical wires.
- Evacuate flooded areas immediately.
- Pay close attention to media notices.
- When reporting emergencies, provide precise location details to ensure that help can be sent soon as possible.
Floods, Metro Police, Disaster and Emergency can be contacted on 031 361 0000.
The eThekwini Electricity and Disaster Ermergency call centres are experiencing high call volumes.
The public can use the following alternative contact details:
Electricity WhatsApp line 076 791 2449 or email electricity.faults@durban.gov.za
Call the disaster help desk on 031 367 0039 from 08:00 to 22:00 and 031 367 0000 22:00 to 08:00.
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