Severe thunderstorms with HAIL expected NOW in these parts of SA Photos: Stock/Canva
The SA Weather Services warned that severe thunderstorms with HAIL are expected NOW in these parts of SA. Here is the latest.
Severe thunderstorms with HAIL expected NOW in these parts of SA Photos: Stock/Canva
Severe thunderstorms with hail and strong winds are expected NOW in these parts of South Africa.
The SA Weather Services (SAWS) said showers and thundershowers are expected on Tuesday over the central and eastern parts of the country but widespread in places over the south-eastern parts of the country.
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“Temperatures are expected to drop over most parts of the country.”
The SAWS issued a high-level 5 weather warning for the following parts of South Africa:
The impacts of this warning include flooding of roads, low-lying bridges, and informal settlements.
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“If possible, stay indoors, away from metal objects. Do not seek shelter under trees or tall objects. Do not go fishing or play golf, as both the 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.”
SAWS
Meanwhile, a level 2 weather warning for severe thunderstorms is also in place for the following parts on Tuesday:
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This can certainly be a traumatic experience depending on the size of the hailstones. As the saying goes, ‘prevention is better than cure – it is better to be prepared than to suffer huge damage to your car and property. The following steps can be followed to minimise potential damage.