Parts of Knysna estuary still unsafe, despite signs of recovery - SANParks | Traveller24_SA
The Garden Route forms an exceptional part of South Africa's coastline. It is especially popular during the winter months when the weather is mild and the festivals and outdoor activities are jam-packed.
SANParks says it has been meeting with stakeholders at least once a month regarding the progress of the estuary. Partners include SANParks, the Garden Route District Municipality, the Breede-Gouritz Catchment Management Agency , the Knysna Municipality, the Knysna Basin Project and the Provincial Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning.
"While sampling for ecoli is one intervention, partners take different samples at different spots in the estuary. Results of water samples taken 3 weeks ago show most sites are compliant except for four sites," says Taplin
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