For weeks sewage has been overflowing in Kariega at Marconi
\nStreet, opposite Kromberg & Schubert and Valeo, as well as at the entrance of
\nMarket Square Volkswagen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The entrance of VW
\nMarket Square is overflown with sewage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Councillor Franay van de Linde from Ward 48 said the sewage
\noverflowing into the properties of these industries, as well as over the Marconi
\nStreet, is a huge health hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She said the reason given by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality for the sewage
\nspill is faulty pumps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt is an unacceptable situation and a disgrace to our
\nindustries. For weeks those employed at these industries must deal with the
\nunbearable smell. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cPeople can get very sick. We urge the municipality to
\nurgently intervene and repair or replace all needed to prevent this from
\nhappening again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAnother concern is that this sewage is now
\nflowing directly into the Swartkops River,\u201d Van de Linde said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sewage and wastewater contain bacteria, funguses and viruses that can cause intestinal, lung, and other infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The UD Express<\/em> approached the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality for comment, but they have not responded to our queries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n