Caution advised during heavy rainfall and flooding (Eastern Cape)

NSRI St Francis Bay, in cooperation with local marine operators and Kouga Municipality, Police and the emergency services, are appealing for caution in and around the Kromme River, Estuary and Kromme River Mouth. Heavy rainfalls are affecting the Kromme River from upstream, from Tsitsikamma to the river mouth in St Francis Bay, with flooding in places, strong and swollen river flows, and natural debris, from upstream, flowing down river and into the sea. We are appealing to bathers, boaters, surfers and the public in general to exercise caution and to stay safe, avoiding launching boats, sports activities and swimming along the Kromme River and safety around the Kromme River Mouth. In all areas affected by heavy rainfall - Do not attempt to cross roadways and bridges submerged under water, stay safe and exercise caution along the coastline during storm seas. NSRI, Police, DRM (Disaster Risk Management), Municipal Services and the emergency services are on high alert during heavy rainfalls affecting the area today and at times over the next week. We are appealing to the public to follow SAWS (SA Weather Services) weather alerts and weather warnings and to monitor local Municipal warnings and alerts that are regularly posted in the interests of public safety.