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Hundreds evacuated in Port St Johns as heavy rains intensify

Hundreds of residents, mostly women and children, have been evacuated from the heavily flooded Green Farm in Port St Johns in theFlash floods affected the low lying areas as the major Mzimvubu River burst its banks – and more rain is expected.

Port St Johns Municipality speaker, Ayanda Gantsho says they have decided to evacuate the villagers to the town hall and churches. Flood victims say their goods have been damaged as their homes are swamped in water. Khunjulwa Mlata, who lives in Green Farm, says she lost all her belongings.

 

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