Kruger National Park on high alert ahead of Mozambique tropical storm
Disaster management teams in the Kruger National Park are on
high alert as a tropical storm is expected to make landfall in Mozambique on
Saturday.
The northern parts of the park will be affected.
Spokesperson for the South African National Parks, Ike Phaahla, says some facilities will be closed for use.
Contingency plans will also be in place.
"Our scientists, in conjunction with the South African Weather Services, are closely monitoring developments and will advise on whether we need to evacuate camps in the affected areas or not. As a precautionary measure, we have already closed all gravel roads and some facilities in the Pafuri area,” says Phaahla.
He warns tourists to take extra caution when visiting the KNP in the coming days.
"Emergency teams are on standby in the park, monitoring the situation and will be activated if there is any danger. We urge tourists to be extra cautious during this period.
“South African National Parks (SANParks) advises that those persons with bookings at flagged camps in the far north such as Sirheni, Shimuwini, and Bateleur Bushveld Camps, as well as Sable Hide, will be accommodated at Letaba, Mopani, Shingwedzi, and Punda Maria Rest Camps.”
The South African Weather Service has issued a warning for heavy rainfall and strong winds over the weekend.
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