Voëlklip Neighbourhood Watch

*WEATHER WARNING*: *COLD FRONT EXPECTED ON SUNDAY 12.06.2022*

An intense cold front is expected to make landfall over the Western Cape by Sunday evening (12/06/2022).

Prefrontal conditions mean runaway wildfire danger. Report any fires immediately.

Strong interior winds are expected over the Western Cape and Northern Cape, with heavy rainfall over the south-western mountainous areas of the Western Cape, and very cold conditions expected over the Western Cape and the Namakwa District of the Northern Cape from Sunday into Wednesday. Very rough seas are also expected between Cape Point and Cape Agulhas on Monday.

Here's a reminder of the contact numbers you might need for the various emergency services:

• Report issues with MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE such as storm water to the Municipality's 24 HOUR CONTROL ROOM number on 028 313 8111.

• Any emergency or distress call relating to a FIRE OR FLOOD EMERGENCY, phone OVERSTRAND FIRE & RESCUE on 028 312 2400.

Advisory issued by:
South African Weather Service (SAWS)

Eskom has announced that stage 4 loadshedding will be implemented from 13:00 - 22:00 today (21 May 2022) and from 08:00-22:00 on Sunday (22 May).

Hermanus, Gansbaai, Stanford area:
Saturday: 18:00-20:30
Sunday: 10:00-12:30 & 18:00-20:30

Fisherhaven, Onrus, Vermont, Hawston:
Saturday: 16:00-18:30
Sunday: 08:00-10:30 & 16:00-18:30

Kleinmond:
Saturday: 17:00*-18:30
Sunday: 08:00-10:30 & 16:00-18:30

Residents should note that Overstand Municipality is only posting the information as shared by ESKOM and that we do not have control over the numerous changes in the loadshedding schedule.

* Please install one of the load shedding apps for accurate updates as and when the stages and times change. We urge residents to frequently visit the Eskom website: loadshedding.eskom.co.za

Issued by:
Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill

Request Rejected

Stage 2 load shedding will be implemented continuously until 05:00 on Saturday 12 March 2022.

Hermanus, Gansbaai, Stanford area:
Tuesday: 18:00-20:30
Wednesday: 00:00-02:30
Thursday: 00:00-02:30 & 08:00-10:30
Friday: 08:00-10:30 & 16:00-18:30
Saturday: not affected

Fisherhaven, Vermont, Onrus, Hawston:
Tuesday: 00:00-02:30
Wednesday: 06:00-08:30
Thursday: 06:00-08:30 & 14:00- 16:30
Friday: 14:00-16:30 & 22:00-00:30
Saturday: not affected

Kleinmond:
Tuesday: 16:00-18:30
Wednesday: 22:00-00:30
Thursday: 06:00-08:30
Friday: 06:00-08:30 & 14:00-16:30
Saturday: not affected

*Please note that loadshedding is controlled by Eskom and not Overstrand Municipality. Loadshedding status can change at any time. We urge residents to frequently visit the Eskom website: loadshedding.eskom.co.za

Issued by:
Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill

Request Rejected

SPIKE IN ARMED ROBBERIES

Law enforcement officers from the Overstrand K9 and Task Team Unit warn that there has been a significant increase in armed robberies in the Overstrand area, and urge the community to be vigilant.

According to Johan du Toit, Assistant Chief of Law Enforcement and Task Team, most of the victims were attacked in broad daylight.

“These criminals appear only to be in and out for easy pickings, but there is always the worry of personal injury,” he said.

Don’t make it easy for criminals - adhere to the following:
• Don’t become complacent about personal security
• Trust your instincts. If something or someone makes you uneasy, leave the area
• When out and about, be aware of your surroundings and the people around you
• Close gates, set alarms, get to know your neighbours and resident associations and be alert
• Avoid carrying large amounts of cash
• Do not attract unwanted attention by openly displaying cameras or other valuables
• Motorists should refrain from keeping anything of value on the seats where items are easily visible
• Don’t take unnecessary risks - don’t walk or hike alone. Solo cycling is discouraged
• If you choose to go for a walk along the cliff path or go for a hike in our nature reserves, tell somebody where you're going and when to expect you back
• Memorise emergency numbers and program them as speed dials onto your mobile phone.

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS:
• 028 313 5300 HERMANUS POLICE
• 028 384 0201 GANSBAAI POLICE
• 028 341 0601 STANFORD POLICE
• 028 271 8200 KLEINMOND POLICE
• 079 469 8606 ONRUS VERMONT SRA EMERGENCY
• 028-312 4900 HERMANUS PUBLIC PROTECTION (HPP)
• 028 312 2400 in case of a fire, flood or medical emergency
• 028 313 8980 for security and safety issues
• 028 313 8000 for general enquiries / accounts
• 028 313 8111 for emergencies relating to basic services / municipal infrastructure
• 028 313 8996 law enforcement day-to-day complaints

*EXTREME HEAT, HEAVY SWELLS WARNING FOR THE WEEKEND*

Rough seas, very hot conditions and high temperatures are expected for the weekend (Friday, 21/01/2022 - Sunday, 23/01/2022).

The National Sea Rescue Institute has warned of rough seas, heavy swells and big surf due to the recent Southern ocean storm and tail-end of the full moon spring tide.

Bathers, anglers, paddlers, boaters, beach walkers are urged to be cautious.

Please stay out of the sun during the heat of the day and drink plenty of water, especially when exercising or working outdoors.

In this hot weather, *please be extra cautions when starting a fire for braaiing*, lighting a candle or paraffin lamp. Avoid making fires when there is a high fire index and when conditions are favourable for a veldfire. The ground and plants are very dry and even a small spark, if it lands on the right spot, can have catastrophic consequences.

*Keep emergency numbers close at hand*:

• NSRI Hermanus (Station 17) 082 990 5967
• NSRI Kleinmond (Station 42) 063 699 2765
• Hermanus Public Protection (HPP) 028 312 4900
• Onrus Vermont SRA 079 469 8606
• Overstrand Fire & Rescue Services 028 312 2400
• Overstrand Control Room (Municipal infrastructure issues) 028 313 8111
• For general enquiries such as municipal accounts, progress with the approval of building plans etc, can contact the OVERSTRAND SWITCHBOARD number on 028 313 8000 - alternatively phone Kleinmond Administration 028 271 8400; Hermanus Administration 028 313 8000; Stanford Administration 028 341 8500; Gansbaai Administration 028 384 8300.

- Issued by Overstrand Municipality

Authorities release precautionary evacuation order as firefighters battle Kleinmond blaze | News24
https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/authorities-release-precautionary-evacuation-order-as-firefighters-battle-kleinmond-blaze-20220110

Authorities release precautionary evacuation order as firefighters battle Kleinmond blaze | News24 Overstrand Municipality officials have released a precautionary evacuation order for residents following a blaze that started on Saturday.