# Police minister Senzo Mchunu has confirmed that the death toll from the devastating floods in the Eastern Cape has climbed to 86, with most fatalities in Mthatha. While leading a police delegation in the province, Mchunu praised SAPS officers for their bravery and selfless rescue efforts beyond their mandate. He urged the public to ignore misinformation and commended officers for rising to the call of national duty during the crisis:
Death toll from Eastern Cape floods rises to 86 [SOUND]
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