Here are some images of the Liesbeek River after the heavy rains we received on the 07th June 2012. The following pictures give you an idea of what the “normal” state of the river compared to the recent increased in water levels and flooding we had on the 07th of June.
The river, which is only slightly visible from the trail, behind WP rugby offices
The area behind WP offices nearly bursting its banks
Normal flow of river next to Rouwkoop Bridge in Rondebosch
River in "flood" at Rouwkoop Bridge on the 7th of June 2012
Section of bank in Observatory opposite the Wild Fig
Same section of bank where the river has burst its banks
Wetland next to river opposite Hartleyvale
The wetland now flooded because of the river bursting its banks
River bank in Observatory also opposite the Wild Fig
The result of clearing vegetation allows the Liesbeek to burst its banks more naturally
