93 residents evacuated along Garden Route as severe weather alerts issued [VIDEO]

Ninety-three residents were evacuated along the Garden Route due to severe weather that caused the Groot River Dam to overflow for the first time this year. The persistent rainfall over the past 24 hours has led to significant flooding concerns, prompting authorities to issue severe weather alerts. This situation underscores the vulnerability of the region to extreme weather events, emphasizing the need for robust emergency preparedness and response measures. The evacuation highlights the immediate impact of such natural disasters on local communities.