KZN Powerful Storm Cause Flooding in Newcastle

(The Post News) – South African Weather Service (SAWS) issued severe storm warnings for KwaZulu Natal over the weekend, citing Yellow Level 2 in parts of the province and Yellow Level 3 in neighbouring provinces.

MEC Buthelezi Deploys Emergency Teams After Powerful Storm

KZN Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) MEC Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi deployed Disaster Management teams to Newcastle after a powerful storm unleashed heavy rains that flooded parts of the central business district on Sunday, 09 November 2025.

Cogta confirmed that the severe storm struck ahead of a forecast predicting more inclement weather for Monday and Tuesday on a statement released on Sunday night. “In response to this forecast, Disaster Management teams province-wide are on high alert and are closely monitoring developing weather conditions to ensure rapid response capabilities are maintained,” the department said.

Newcastle Municipality Implements Swift Measures

The Newcastle Municipality reported that emergency crews are implementing swift response measures to safeguard residents and limit further damage.

The Municipality said, “Teams are assisting affected businesses and property owners in flooded zones while also conducting on site inspections to assess storm-related damage, particularly to roads and paving that have been lifted by the downpour.”

They also confirmed that flooding at several substations caused electricity outages in parts of the CBD. Power restoration efforts were underway, with supply expected to return by Monday morning.

“All necessary resources have been mobilised to restore affected areas and ensure that essential services continue with minimal disruption,” the Municipality said.

Residents are urged to remain vigilant as forecasts warn of continued heavy rainfall and possible localised flooding in parts of KZN over the next two days.

About the Author

Viki Stuurman

Author

Hi, I'm Viki Stuurman a journalism graduate currently pursuing an Honours degree in Journalism and Media Studies at the University of the Free State. I developed a passion for exploring the evolving relationship between media, society, and technology. Throughout my undergraduate studies, I developed a strong foundation in media ethics, investigative reporting, interviewing, multimedia production and news writing. In addition, I actively contributed to campus publications and worked on various multimedia projects, gaining hands-on experience in both traditional and digital journalism. I believe that journalism is the key to information.

View All Posts