In the aftermath of the catastrophic floods that wreaked havoc in parts of KwaZulu-Natal, many communities in the province’s north coast region are finding themselves in what can only be described as a situation dripping in irony. After experiencing torrential rainfall and flooding that claimed hundreds of lives and decimated infrastructure, many are now without access to water. In Tongaat and some surrounding areas, residents have not had access to water for nearly two weeks, and are relying on non-profit relief efforts and municipal water tankers.