Partly cloudy in the west, otherwise cloudy and cold to cool with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers. Image credit: SAWS
(The Post News) – The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms expected to impact several provinces, bringing damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and a risk of localised flooding.
SAWS said, “Severe thunderstorms with strong damaging winds and heavy downpours are expected, leading to localised flooding and damages to susceptible formal and informal settlements and infrastructure.”
According to the weather service, the warning affects large parts of the Free State, as well as the central and western regions of North West and the central and southern areas of the Northern Cape. Residents in these regions have been cautioned to prepare for intense downpours that could lead to flooding, particularly in low-lying and poorly drained areas.
SAWS warns strong winds
SAWS further warned that “strong, damaging winds may result in damage to infrastructure, particularly in vulnerable communities,” urging residents to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
Meanwhile, a separate weather system is expected to bring very cold, wet, and windy conditions to parts of the Western Cape from Sunday into Monday.
The service noted, “Very cold, wet and windy conditions are expected over the southern parts of Namakwa District of the Northern Cape, City of Cape Town, Central Karoo, Cape Winelands and western parts of the Overberg Districts of the Western Cape from Sunday into Monday.”
Areas likely to be affected include the southern parts of the Namakwa District, the City of Cape Town, the Central Karoo, the Cape Winelands, and the western parts of the Overberg District.
Disaster management teams are on alert and monitoring the situation closely. Residents are urged to secure loose objects, avoid crossing flooded roads, and stay updated with official weather alerts.
SAWS said it will continue to monitor the developing systems and provide updates if conditions intensify.
About the Author
