WATCH | Nelson Mandela Bay mayor speaks on floods in parts of Kariega

EAST LONDON - Two people have died from flooding in Nelson Mandela Bay and two others have been reported missing.

Parts of Kariega, north of Gqeberha are underwater following heavy rains on Saturday.

Eastern Cape Floods | 2 dead, 2 missing in Kariega floods

Homes have been flooded and vehicles washed away in some parts.

Emergency services say they've rescued 65 people and are still working to assist those affected.

Roads in the area have been closed and motorists are advised to use alternative routes.

Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Gary Van Niekerk, spoke to eNCA in the video above.