Search-and-rescue operation suspended in Klerksdorp 1
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NORTH WEST - Search and rescue operations have been suspended in Klerksdorp.
It was suspected that an unconfirmed number of people had been swept away by flood waters. But nobody has been reported missing.
The police say the area where the alleged incident occurred will be monitored closely.
At the same time, residents whose homes were flooded are trying to salvage their belongings.
Rescue officials are still on high alert, while authorities have cautioned people not to take unnecessary risks.
Senior reporter Silindelo Masikane has more.