Severe thunderstorms are expected in KwaZulu-Natal. Image: iStock
WARNING: Severe thunderstorms expected in Gauteng
SAWS issued a warning to Gauteng residents to brace themselves for severe thunderstorms, expected to hit the province.
Severe thunderstorms are expected in KwaZulu-Natal. Image: iStock
An alert of level two has been issued for thunderstorms in Gauteng by the South African Weather Services (SAWS).
On Monday, between 1pm and 11pm, the thunderstorms will be expected.
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Severe thunderstorms
Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms that might cause small hail, high winds, and isolated damage to communities.
A cut-off low, which is a severe weather phenomenon, has been affecting the province.
After the level two warning, the City of Tshwane Emergency Services said that it will be on high alert.
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“The City of Tshwane shares borders with municipalities in Limpopo and Gauteng and Mpumalanga and will closely monitor areas in the jurisdiction of Tshwane for any possible emergency situations,” said Emergency services spokesperson Thabo Mabaso.
“We further call on residents to be vigilant and immediately report any fire or rescue incidents on 107-toll free or 012 358 6300/6400,’’ he added.
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Residents are urged to pay attention to warnings and notifications given by SAWS and other governmental organizations, according to Mabaso.
What happened last week in Gauteng?
Heavy windstorms last week caused some residences and other locations in Gauteng to lose power, leaving them in the dark.
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Rain and strong winds battered the province, causing reports of damage to homes and cars.
Although Krugersdorp and Johannesburg were also impacted, Tshwane appears to have been the worst-hit city.
After the bizarre storm, Mabaso claimed there were no known injuries or fatalities.
