Estcourt school suspends classes after strong winds collapse roof
Strong winds have been sweeping across KwaZulu-Natal, causing significant damage, including the partial collapse of Ntabamhlophe Primary School in the KwaDlamini area. As a result, the school has suspended all classes until Tuesday next week (June 17), citing safety concerns.
The roof collapsed early morning yesterday (June 10), before the school gates were opened. As a result, no one was injured. According to a report obtained from the school, it was a 'stroke of luck' that the school's security guard had not yet opened the gates. He was unwell and had been delayed, preventing the learners from entering the premises before the structure gave way.
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Parents and community members gathered at the school today for an emergency meeting to discuss the damage and the way forward. The school has issued an appeal to the community to help clear the collapsed roof and debris as they prepare for the safe return of learners next week. Learners whose classrooms were affected will be accommodated in other blocks while repairs are underway.
Here are some photos of the KwaDlamini Hall, which was also badly damaged:
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