Sluice gates opened as Vaal dam tops 108%

Several sluice gates have been opened at the Vaal Dam after the dam reached capacity of over 108%. The Water and Sanitation Department is keeping a close eye on water levels. Reporter Lindokuhle Xulu has more details. Courtesy #DStv403 #eNCA

The Vaal Dam in Gauteng is over a 108-percent full and two sluice gates have had to be opened. The Water and Sanitation Department is warning residents and farmers downstream to be careful of the increase in water levels. Department spokesperson, Sputnik Ratau, joins us for more. #DStv403