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All City of Cape Town Nature Reserves closed due to weather

The City of Cape Town’s Spatial Planning and Environment Directorate would like to advise members of the public and visitors on the closure of all City nature reserves until further notice. This closure follows the inclement weather that has resulted in flooding and storms.

‘The decision to close off public facilities such as our nature reserves is not an easy one to take, but under the current weather conditions, we have no choice but to ensure that we prioritise the safety of our residents and staff. Widespread flooding and storm-related incidents are being attended to throughout the city. We are keeping a close eye on the prevailing weather conditions and will commit to sending regular updates. We thank you for your patience and understanding in this regard,’ said the City’s Deputy Mayor and Mayoral Committee Member for Spatial Planning and Environment, Alderman Eddie Andrews. <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/Table%20Bay%20Nature%20reserve%202.jpg" class="responsive" alt="" style="width:1069px;" /> </figure>Below is the full list of nature reserves that are closed for the duration of these unprecedented weather conditions: <ul><li>Blaauwberg Nature Reserve</li><li>Bothasig Fynbos Nature Reserve</li><li>Botterblom Nature Reserve</li><li>Bracken Nature Reserve</li><li>Durbanville Nature Reserve</li><li>Edith Stephens Nature Reserve</li><li>False Bay Nature Reserve</li><li>Harmony Flats Nature Reserve</li><li>Helderberg Nature Reserve</li><li>Steenbras Nature Reserve</li><li>Table Bay Nature Reserve</li><li>Tygerberg Nature Reserve</li><li>Uitkamp Wetland Nature Reserve</li><li>Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve</li><li>Wolfgat Nature Reserve</li><li>Zandvlei Nature Reserve </li></ul> <figure class="subtopic-fullsize-img"> <img src="https://resource.capetown.gov.za/cityassets/Media%20Images%202/The%20Milnerton%20Aquatic%20Club%20at%20the%20Table%20Bay%20Nature%20Reserve%20%E2%80%93%20flooding.jpg" class="responsive" alt="" style="width:1069px;" /> </figure>For service requests or emergencies residents are advised to contact the following numbers:City 24 hour call centre:<ul><li>Call Centre: 0860 103 089</li><li><a href="mailto:contact.us@capetown.gov.za" target="_blank">contact.us@capetown.gov.za</a></li><li>e-Services: <a href="http://www.capetown.gov.za/servicerequests" target="_blank">www.capetown.gov.za/servicerequests</a> To report emergencies:</li></ul><ul><li>021 480 7700 or 107 from a landline. </li></ul>End

2024-07-10T22:00:00Z

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