WATCH: Surreal footage of the destruction to the uMdloti community #KZNFloods
Here are the heartbreaking effects of the current situation in uMdloti.
*update as of Sunday 22 May
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The uMdloti community really can't catch a break; they've had to come together in times of major crisis and adversity.
This area situated north of KZN's coast is still trying to recover from the severe damage they encountered during the first wave of #KZNFloods in April 2022.
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It has been reported that many residents of this once-scenic town had to evacuate their homes last night; many have returned and seen the devastating the wreckage of their homes.
See some of the surreal footage of the destruction to the uMdloti community:
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ETHEKWINI HEAVY RAINS UPDATE
— eThekwini Municipality (@eThekwiniM) May 22, 2022
22.05.2022 12H45 Residents are urged to be cautious or avoid the following areas in Umdloti
1.Bellamont Road severe flood damage
2.Main Road leading to Umdloti beach only the left lane going down towards the beach is accessible#EThekwiniMunicipality pic.twitter.com/8kDsimzAFS
Scores of houses have been destroyed and vehicles damaged, following heavy rains and flooding in Umdloti, Durban. #KZNFloods
— SABC News (@SABCNews) May 22, 2022
Video Credit: Mlondi Hadebe pic.twitter.com/Iyj0OkIy81
As you can see, the downpour that started with a simple mudslide, which resulted in the M4 being washed away, water gushing through the homes and, once again, land masses being taken at Seaside.
Stay safe and take every precaution to stay up to date on what's happening in your area.
We will bring you the latest weather conditions and emergency numbers on East Coast Radio.
NOTE: List of emergency contact numbers during the KZN floods
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