The Krantzkloof Nature Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal was ordered by authorities to close its doors until further notice as a result of non-compliance by visitors.
The reserve will be closed until further notice.
Musa Mntambo, Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife spokesperson, told TimesLIVE: ‘Krantzkloof nature reserve had to close on Saturday morning after road safety advice from metro police as the road had become extremely congested.
‘The reserve will remain closed until Ezemvelo has had a meeting with eThekwini management to find a safe solution. We regret any inconvenience caused but the lives of all motorists and residents were at risk,’ he said.
Social media users responded to the notice of closure on the reserve’s Facebook page, expressing their disappointment and frustration with rule breakers.
Please take note of the CLOSURE of Krantzkloof Nature Reserve
Posted by Krantzkloof Nature Reserve on Saturday, 1 August 2020
‘It was absolute chaos today, I was more than impressed with the Metro Police’s response. We are all in this together, nobody is more important than the other, and the safety of the public in general is what is most important,’ one follower said.
‘Very sad! We enjoyed a wonderful hike a few weeks ago via the picnic area in Forest Hills! Friendly, helpful staff advising on the various trails. Why do some have to mess it up for people who genuinely love their environment!’ added another.
Image credit: Facebook/Krantzkloof Nature Reserve
