a. The municipality was the poorest compared to the other districts in the Province. Poverty index figures showed that the district stood at 49.9%. Due to demarcation the district was divided into Umzimvubu and Greater Matatiele Municipalities. The delegation was given a brief overview and background to Disaster Management and Fire Service, the establishment of the District Disaster Management and Fire Station and the Disaster Management Satellite Centres and Fire Stations.