Southern KwaZulu-Natal Braces for Heavy Downpour: Yellow Level 4 Warning Issued
- The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for southern KwaZulu-Natal
- The province’s Cooperative Governance Department said Disaster Management teams were on high alert
- The department has also advised residents to seek shelter in safe places and public facilities such as community halls
Zingisa Chirwa is an experienced Briefly News journalist based in Johannesburg, South Africa, who has covered current affairs on the radio for over 15 years.
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Communities in southern KwaZulu-Natal should brace themselves for a heavy downpour that could result in flooding and infrastructure damage.
SA Weather Service issues Yellow Level 4 warning
The South African Weather Service issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for areas in the Ray Nkonyeni, Umdoni, Umuziwabantu, and Umzumbe Local Municipalities. The heavy rainfall was predicted to start on 2 June 2024.
The province’s Cooperative Governance Department said Disaster Management teams were on standby in the affected municipalities. Spokesperson Siboniso Mngadi told IOL that motorists should avoid travelling during this period. Mngadi added that the teams might evacuate people in high-risk areas:
"We advise communities to seek shelter in safe places. Public facilities, such as community halls, are open as safe havens for those in need of shelter."
KZN residents share weather updates
Residents of KwaZulu-Natal, particularly in the south, took to Facebook to share weather updates about their particular areas.
Helga Nauta said:
“Still pouring Port Edward. Stay safe. Already floods are being reported here as well.”
Yolanda Schutte added:
“Heavy wind here in Illovo.”
Abhinav explained:
“Omg, I am in Durban, and all of a sudden, the winds picked up and the temp suddenly dropped. Something big is coming.”
Bronwyn Baillon added:
“Light rain just started in Westville, Durban. Take care and stay safe ”
Amanda Black suggested:
“Level should be way higher... Port Shepstone to Hibberdene is getting hammered. Over 110mm since last night.”
Tshwane urges residents to stay safe and warm
Briefly News reported that the City of Tshwane advised its residents to stay safe and warm this winter as temperatures drop across Gauteng.
The SA Weather Service forecast low temperatures for the province, with a possibility of thundershowers. Tshwane Emergency Services Department urged residents to observe safety precautions during the winter months.
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