Support Tongaat's Recovery: Join ECR's WhatsApp-a-thon and Donate Today
Your support is crucial in helping our province recover and rebuild.
In times of adversity, our province has shown its resilience and community spirit.
This week, parts of KZN were devastated by a tornado, leaving many families and communities in need of urgent assistance. As we rally together to support those affected, East Coast Radio is launching a WhatsApp-a-thon to facilitate and encourage donations.
Homes have been damaged, essential supplies have been lost, and many residents are struggling to cope with the aftermath. These residents need everything. Every donation, no matter how small, can make a significant impact.
Here’s how you can get involved...
1. Donate Money
Simply WhatsApp 'Tornadorelief' to 061 700 0800 to make your donation. Your contribution will go directly to those in need, helping to provide essential supplies and support.
2. Drop Off Essential Items
Darren, Sky, and Carmen will be broadcasting live from Vishwaroop Temple on Friday morning from 6-9 AM. Come down and drop off items such as clothing, shoes, non-perishable food items, pet food, water, building supplies, toiletries, and more. Every item donated will help someone in need.
East Coast Breakfast, in collaboration with Gift of the Givers, will be at Vishwaroop Temple to collect donations and provide updates on the relief efforts. This is a fantastic opportunity to see firsthand how your contributions are making a difference and to join a community united in support and solidarity.
Read More: Tongaat resident: "The devastation to our community is severe"
The destruction caused by the tornado has left many in Tongaat without basic necessities. By donating through ECR’s WhatsApp-a-thon, you are providing immediate relief to those affected. Your donations will help rebuild homes, provide food and water, and offer comfort to those who have lost so much.
Your support is crucial in helping our province recover and rebuild.
More on East Coast Radio:
Tongaat has been one of the communities struck the hardest across our province. Initiatives were launched to help this community as of Monday afternoon. Roshan Lil-Ruthan has led some of these initiatives and has been on the ground since the weather turned.
Lil-Ruthan, communications spokesperson and liaison officer of the Verulam Water Crisis Committee, joined East Coast Breakfast and Stacey and J Sbu for a critical update. Listen below.
Here are some of the heartbreaking scenes shared by East Coasters from Tongaat:
Tornado: Tongaat area, KZN. pic.twitter.com/kGxvBtHVuG
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) June 3, 2024
KZN - Storm Conditions: #Tornado type system at Newcastle pic.twitter.com/w3OQOQrc1V
— TrafficSA (@TrafficSA) June 3, 2024
Our thoughts with those affected by the Tornado in Tongaat and surrounding areas in KZN https://t.co/VDIvWzZWUu #ArriveAlive @ReenvalSA @afriwx @Dotransport @rtia_aarto @TrafficRTMC @kzngov pic.twitter.com/IBMjvj1T1o
— Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) June 3, 2024
KZN - Storm Conditions: #Hailstorm arriving in Tongaat area pic.twitter.com/50uCbhdon7
— TrafficSA (@TrafficSA) June 3, 2024
Follow our latest traffic reports on East Coast Radio:
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