Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Massive springtide hits Gordon’s Bay, the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
“NSRI Saps, GB Med Sec Ambulance, law enforcement, fire and rescue services, Gordons Bay neighbourhood watch and Western Cape Government and health EMS attended where a number of vehicles were threatened by Spring high tide at around 15h30.
The municipality says Victoria Bay and Herold Bay beaches in particular have been badly affected, with waves washing onto the roads and affecting properties.
The municipality has also warned motorists to drive cautiously on the N2 near Touws river in the Wilderness area, as saltwater is flooding the road.
Traffic has been reduced to one lane opening in each direction.
Motorists are requested to approach with caution.
The public is urged to stay away from all beaches until further notice.
Sea water also affected cars and sidewalks at Gordon’s Bay in Cape Town.
The National Sea Rescue Institute says there were no reports of injuries and has warned the public to be cautious. “No injuries reported. We are appealing to the public to be cautious around the coastland and in inland rivers, lakes and dams during storm conditions and strong winds,” Cape Traffic And Safety And Security said.
South Africans took to social media platforms sharing videos of massive waves lifting stationary vehicles in Gordon’s Bay, Stilbaai, Mossel Bay, and Three Anchor Bay in Cape Town.
The spring high tide reportedly threatened a number of vehicles at the Bikini Beach on Saturday according to Cape Traffic And Safety And Security.
“NSRI Saps, GB Med Sec Ambulance, law enforcement, fire and rescue services, Gordons Bay neighbourhood watch and Western Cape Government and health EMS attended where a number of vehicles were threatened by Spring high tide at around 15h30.
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