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.

“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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

like areas around Orkney, do evacuate at certain levels,” Swart said. With water levels rising in the Vaal Dam, which lead to the Vaal River, the department of water and sanitation have urged ...

Detailed measurements were taken on Thursday with the Vaal Dam operating with three open sluice gates and no river valves in use. Vaal Dam. Picture: Supplied. The water level at the Vaal Dam has ...