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Mapungubwe National Park
Latest updates on the heavy rains in Mapungubwe
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Date: 21st January 2013
Update on the heavy rains experienced in the Mapungubwe National Park and World Heritage Site.
- Bridge collapsed on R572 between Musina and Mapungubwe National Park and World Heritage Site. Access to the park not possible.
- R572 from Alldays to Musina is accessible up to the Mapungubwe National Park and World Heritage Site.
- 80% rain predicated today for the area according to SA Weather Services.
Staff trapped in the following staff villages are being air lifted by the Limpopo Emergency Medical Services (EMS):
- Samaria
- Limpopo Tented camp
- Rossdrift
The following facilities are also affected:
- Vhembe Trails camp
- Limpopo Tented camp
- Confluence
- Tree top
All tourists have been safely evacuated and are accommodated in Leokwe camp which is currently not open to the public.
Media enquiries:
Reynold Thakhuli
GM Media Liaison
Tel: 012 4265203; Cell: 0733734999
Divhani Maremba
Communications Manager: Mapungubwe National Park & World Heritage Site
Cell: 082 941 9980.
Tourist information:
Norman Mudau
Hospitality Services Manager
Tel: 015 534 7923/24; Cell: 084 700 4367
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