An urgent evacuation order has been issued for residents living near the Vaal River, including the town of Orkney, after recent heavy rains filled the Vaal Dam beyond its capacity. Klerksdorp Fire ...

Councillor says that while evacuations have happened, the process is being handled better than the nightmare of 2023.

​Due to continuous heavy rainfall in the Vaal River catchment area, the Department of Water and Sanitation has opened five sluice gates at the Vaal Dam to manage the rapidly increasing water levels.

“The Vaal Dam continues to rise with water levels at 112.85% and 1 248.11mᵌ/s [cubic metres a second] inflows from the upper ...

“The main reason residents in low-lying areas may not be taking evacuation warnings seriously could be a belief that the ...

It was opened after water levels reached 109-percent. At the same time, several towns in the North West saw localised flooding after heavy downpours over the last few days. eNCA's Slindelo ...

NORTH WEST - Evacuations have begun in the North West as Vaal River water levels rise. Many in Klerksdorp and Orkney have already packed their bags and are heading out. Five sluice gates were opened ...

Authorities are warning those living near the Vaal River to evacuate due to the risk of flooding. A fifth sluice gate has been opened at the Vaal Dam. READ: Civil society demands action on ...

NORTH WEST - Evacuations have begun in the North West as Vaal River water levels rise. Many in Klerksdorp and Orkney have already packed their bags and are heading out.

For now, we make a plea to motorists to please be safe.” Meanwhile, residents living on the banks of the Vaal River in Orkney near Klerksdorp have decided to brave the torrential rains and evacuate ...

Minister of Water and Sanitation Pemmy Majodina has urged churches to refrain from performing rituals and baptisms near the Vaal River due to rising water that can result in them being washed away.