By Phumlani Saul
Residents Left Homeless, Powerless and Terrified
Heavy rains have unleashed chaos in Nelson Mandela Bay, sweeping away bridges, roads, and dams. Thousands are now seeking shelter in churches and community halls, clutching only the clothes on their backs.
Kariega resident Lydia Mey, (54) told Daily Kasi News recalls the horror of June’s floods. “We didn’t think twice, we just left,” she said, comforting her sleeping daughter in a crowded community hall.
Shafiek Sathorar, (43),fled his Jones Street home with his paraplegic wife. “Last time, we lost everything. We can’t risk it again.”
The SA Weather Service’s Level 6 warning remains in effect, with Kariega, Despatch, and Kwazakhele among the worst-hit areas.
n Kariega, Willow Dam and the Cat River Canal overflowed.
Most of the homeless are now being housed in community halls.
Residents in flooded Kariega streets were evacuated and taken to Sunshine Special School or De-Mist NG Kerk.
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