Mahalapye floods: Body of 15-year-old found, 24-year-old still missing

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Trail of destruction: Rescuers are still searching for a missing 24-year-old man PIC: FACEBOOK

MAHALAPYE: The floods that swept over Mahalapye earlier this week continue to claim lives as the body of a 15-year-old boy was recovered yesterday, while rescue teams continue to search for a 24-year-old man.

Assistant District Commissioner for Mahalapye, Collen Tubego, told MmegiOnline that some of the missing man’s clothes have been found, and the search for him continues.

Tubego said 28 houses were left totally destroyed and submerged in water. He noted that relatives of the affected families have provided them with temporary accommodation, while some of the families have secured alternative shelter.

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