KZN flood death toll climbs to 40
The number of people who have tragically passed away after heavy rains battered KZN during the festive holidays has risen to 40.
This as disaster teams are still conducting assessments after inclement weather hit several areas like Ladysmith, Harry Gwala and Bergville between December and January.
Five people are still missing.
Two people have been discovered by search and rescue teams in Ladysmith.
Their identities are pending confirmation through DNA tests to see if they match those reported missing.
KZN Cogta's Nonala Ndlovu says over 4 000 people have been affected.
"In recent incidents, three drownings were reported in the Harry Gwala District, while two farmworkers were struck by lightning in Bergville. We would also like to confirm that two people have been discovered by the search and rescue teams in Ladysmith; however, their identities are pending confirmation through DNA if it matches with the ones reported missing.
The rains have also left 74 people injured, some were transported to hospitals, while others were treated on the scene. About 800 households suffered damages, with a total of 247 dwellings completely destroyed. This has left 47 people homeless, and over 4000 people have been affected.
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