With 6 500 flood assistance kits already issued, some relocations done and milling material delivered to soak up the water where possible, the level and volumes of assistance required have been unprecedented. And it will increase. I’ve been in areas across the metro to assess conditions and to play my part in handing out flood relief kits to affected residents. The City’s Human Settlements, Disaster Risk Management, Basic Service and Safety and Security teams especially have been out in full force to provide assistance to Cape Town’s residents and particularly the most vulnerable residents in informal settlements. I thank these teams for their unwavering commitment to our residents. We anticipate the intensity of the storm to deepen and we expect to issue a further large number of flood kits. Where it is feasible, such as where the water is not too deep, or damming up, or depending on local conditions, relief is being provided. Our assessments for assistance continues but the sheer volume of residents impacted is material. A key focus is on areas where the water will not dissipate over the next few weeks.
‘During a meeting with the National Minister of Human Settlements, Mmamoloko Kubayi, yesterday, 10 July 2024, representatives of all government tiers reiterated their cooperation and to look at all efforts to expedite assistance, especially to the most vulnerable people affected.
‘As a City we also encourage Capetonians to make use of the donation facilities and to support relief organisations. Let’s continue to stand together as Team Cape Town as we brace for continued severe weather,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member, Councillor Carl Pophaim.
There are 37 areas across the metro impacted to a greater or lesser extent. Some of the worst affected areas are Khayelitsha, Lwandle in Strand, Nomzamo, Gugulethu, Masiphumelele, Macassar, Sir Lowry’s Pass, Mfuleni, Tafelsig and Vygieskraal, Ocean View, among other areas.
Storm-related Donation Drop-off points:
· Goodwood Fire Station
· Lakeside Fire Station
· Ottery Fire Station
· Roeland Street Fire Station
· Sir Lowry’s Pass Fire Station
· Strand Fire Station
Or call the Disaster Risk Management Centre donations line directly on 021 597 5042 (08:00 – 18:00). Email: disaster.donations@capetown.gov.za
Emergencies can be reported to the City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre by calling 021 480 7700.
