KZN government warns of severe thunderstorm this afternoon
This weather may result in localised damage to infrastructure, settlements and livestock.
FOLLOWING a prolonged spell of intense heat, the KwaZulu-Natal government has issued a Level 2 severe thunderstorm warning for various areas on Tuesday afternoon and evening.
The anticipated severe storms are expected to span from the southern to western parts from 13:00 to 23:00 today (November 28) according to the Provincial Department of Cooperative Government and Traditional Affairs.
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“The South African Weather Services (SAWS) forecast indicates that the areas include Dr N Damini-Zuma – Underberg, eThekwini, Greater Kokstad, Impendle, Ingwe, KwaDukuza, Mandeni, Maphumulo, Mkhambathini, Mthonjaneni, Ndwedwe, Nkandla, Ray Nkonyeni, Richmond, The Msunduzi, Ubuhlebezwe, Umdoni, uMhlathuze, uMlalazi, uMngeni, uMshwathi, uMuziwabantu, Umvoti, Umzimkhulu and Umzumbe. These areas may be affected by strong, damaging winds, hail, heavy downpours and severe lightning,” said the department.
The department warns that this weather event may result in localised damage to infrastructure, settlements and livestock. It added, “Residents are advised to take precautionary measures to prevent possible injuries caused by lightning and flying debris. The department has activated disaster management teams in all affected municipalities to remain on high alert during this period.”
In attempts to save the residents, the department urges communities to exercise caution and consider avoiding travel on bridges and roads in low-lying areas as they may be susceptible to flooding and sinkholes.
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