Level 5 SEVERE thunderstorms and HAIL expected in Free State Photos: SAWS/Stock

Level 5 SEVERE thunderstorms and HAIL expected in Free State

A level 5 weather warning for SEVERE thunderstorms and hail was issued for Sunday afternoon. Here is more information.

by Corné van Zyl

11-12-2022 12:22

in Free State

Level 5 SEVERE thunderstorms and HAIL expected in Free State Photos: SAWS/Stock

The SA Weather Services (SAWS) issued a level 5 warning for SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS with HAIL for parts of the Free State.

THE LEVEL 5 SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS AND HAILS ARE EXPECTED ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON

Weather warnings were issued for most of South Africa on Sunday afternoon.

The SAWS warned that damage to infrastructure, settlements, property, vehicles, communication disruption and loss of agricultural production is possible.

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THESE AREAS IN THE FREE STATE WILL BE AFFECTED:

Nketoana / Reitz
Ngwathe / Ngwathe/Parys
Phumelela / Warden
Okhahlamba / Royal National Park
Maluti a Phofung / Van Reenen

The level 5 weather warning is expected from midday until midnight on Sunday.

It furthermore advised the public to stay indoors and away from metal objects if possible.

“Do not seek shelter under trees or tall objects. Stay away from fishing or playing golf, as both golf clubs and fishing rods are good conductors of electricity. Be aware that any combination of hail, strong winds and/or heavy downpours can accompany the storms. Keep an eye on the SAWS website for any updates regarding severe thunderstorm development and movement.”

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Meanwhile, a level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms and hail was issued for these parts of the Province: