GEORGE NEWS - Following continuous assessment and close monitoring of a fire that broke out on Saturday 12 July at the landfil site off the Old Airport Road, George Municipality urge all users of the facility to proceed with caution and to strictly follow the instructions provided by on-site personnel.

George Municipal Fire Services responded promptly to contain the blaze last weekend.

"We are pleased to report that smoke levels have significantly improved since the weekend. The remaining hotspots are expected to be fully covered within the next two days," says media liaison officer Debra Sauer.

Important information for site users

• A designated area in the upper section of the site has been reserved exclusively for soil disposal.
  All other waste types, including rubble and garden refuse, will be directed to the appropriate areas by municipal staff.
• Although the fire has been contained by the Fire Services and Community Services teams, smoke may still be visible, particularly in areas close to the landfill.

"Fire Services continue with damping down and water-cooling operations, while the landfill team is covering burning heaps with soil to smother any remaining hotspots. This is a slow but necessary process," says Sauer".

"We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation during this time."

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