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Source domain: gardenroute.gov.za
Collected on 17 June 2026
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Access FMD resources and updates online
You can access FMD resources and updates uploaded on the Garden Route website, and also access Western Cape Department of Agriculture FMD outbreak information updates on the linked page.
The document's recorded date is 26 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
All FMD resources, including updates, are uploaded here: hƩps://www.gardenroute.gov.za/document-category/foot-and-mouth-disease/
Places
Western Cape, George Local Municipality
Reference
https://www.gardenroute.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Media-Statement-8-Multi-Agency-Command-Centre-on-26-Februadry-2026.pdf
Closing Date
26 February 2026
Report to the Garden Route Emergency Call Centre (phone or WhatsApp)
You can report suspected issues or seek help via the Garden Route Emergency Call Centre using the provided phone number or WhatsApp number.
The document's recorded date is 26 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
Garden Route Emergency Call Centre 044 805 5071 or WhatsApp 081 709 5193
Use the WCG FMD Hotline
You can contact the Western Cape Department of Agriculture FMD hotline for FMD-related assistance by calling the hotline number and pressing 1 for FMD.
The document's recorded date is 26 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
WCG FMD Hotline Number: 080 928 4102 (Press 1 for FMD)
Use the National Department of Agriculture FMD contact number
You can contact the National Department of Agriculture using the provided phone number for FMD-related matters.
The document's recorded date is 26 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
NaƟonal Dept. Agriculture: 0860 246 640
Road closure applications for Western Cape Provincial Roads
You can apply to have Western Cape Provincial Roads closed as part of FMD control measures. Residents will be able to access these roads, but not other motorists or cyclists.
The document's recorded date is 26 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
ApplicaƟons for the closure of Western Cape Provincial Roads must to be directed to Gerhard OƩo, goƩo@gardenroute.gov.za. Residents will be able to access these roads, but not other motorists or cyclists.
