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Widespread SNOW, rain and cold are expected in South Africa TODAY and we would love to see your weather photos. Here is how to contact us.
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SNOW is expected TODAY in these parts of South Africa. Please send us your weather photos.
SIGNIFICANT SNOW OF MORE THAN 10CM IS EXPECTED
The South Africa Weather Service (SAWS) issued an orange level 6 warning for possible disruptive snow in several parts of the country until Wednesday.
“Snow started to fall this morning (Saturday) over the high-lying areas of the Western and Northern Cape and is expected to spread to the high-lying areas of the Eastern Cape later today, where it could become disruptive in places.”
SAWS
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It furthermore said light snowfall and sleet are still possible over the Highveld and the escarpment of Mpumalanga today, where expected temperatures for areas such as Dullstroom, Belfast, Roossenekal, Mariepskop, Mount Anderson, and Ermelo will not exceed 6°C.
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THESE AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED
These areas will be affected:
- Winterberg Mountain Range
- Sneeuberg Mountain Range
- South Drakensberg Mountain Range
- Swartberg Mountain Range
- Sutherland
- Beaufort West
- Graaff-Reinet
- Nieu-Bethesda
- Willowmore
- Uniondale
- Kokstad
- Underberg
- Harrismith
- Barkly East
- Molteno
- Volksrust
- Memel
- Greytown
- Bergville
- Fort Beaufort
- Komani
- AfriSki
- Lesotho
- Ermelo
- Belfast
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SEVERAL WARNINGS HAVE BEEN ISSUED FOR SEVERAL PARTS OF SA
It further advised that the combination of the very cold temperatures with possible snowfall poses a real risk for small stock farmers as well as any outdoor activities.
Meanwhile, more snow, cold weather, and rain are expected until Wednesday.
MORE SNOW AND ICY COLD WEATHER EXPECTED
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‘EXTREMELY SUB-POLAR AIR IS EXPECTED WITH THE COLD FRONT’
Meanwhile, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) previously advised the public and small-stock farmers that the loss of vulnerable livestock and crops can be expected in these cold weather conditions.
SMALL-STOCK FARMERS SHOULD PROVIDE SHELTER FOR VULNERABLE LIVESTOCK
“The weak and frail may also be vulnerable since their bodies won’t be able to retain their heat as easily.”
“Small stock farmers should provide shelter for their vulnerable livestock and cover sensitive crops. Shelter, soup and blankets should be provided to the weak and frail where possible.”
SAWS
