ALERT: Flash floods hit parts of Joburg
ROSEBANK – The South African Weather Service did issue a warning of localised flooding from thunderstorms in the Gauteng province.
Parts of Johannesburg were hit by a flash flood, particularly in the Rosebank and Fourways areas on 28 February.
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) advised motorists and road users to practise caution due to the heavy rains throughout the City of Joburg. Motorists were also advised to drive cautiously especially in flooded areas and around low-lying bridges.
On Jan Smuts Avenue in Rosebank heavy rains caused havoc on the roads, watch the video below:
JAN SMUTS AVE. ROSEBANK. JHB. GP. pic.twitter.com/D0DFCrqYxM
— REZA (@crimeairnetwork) February 28, 2020
The South African Weather Service did issue out a warning of localised flooding from thunderstorms in the Gauteng province.
Warning:28/02/2020 15h00 TO:28/02/2020 18h00 Flooding- Localised flooding from thunderstorms is expected in places over the Gauteng Province.
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) February 28, 2020
JRA provided a few tips on flash floods:
- Do not drive or let anyone drive through floodwaters. If the vehicle stalls, leave it immediately and seek higher ground.
- Do not drive into water covering the road. You do not know how deep it is or if the road is washed away.
- Look out for flooding at highway dips, bridges especially low-lying bridges
- Be cautious on the road, especially at night when visibility is impaired.
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