WARNING: Severe weather to hit parts of Gauteng
JOBURG – The South African Weather Service has issued a 'severe weather watch warning', alerting Gauteng residents to be alert for severe weather on its way.
The South African Weather Service has issued a ‘severe weather watch warning’ to Gauteng residents.
The weather service warned people to be on the alert for heavy rain, flash flooding, localised flooding and strong thunderstorms with hail and high winds.
This follows a heatwave that saw parts of Gauteng reach temperatures of 38 degrees.
The weather service alerted residents to be prepared for weather hazards that will most likely occur in the next three days and could lead to disruptions and possible disaster.
“Please be advised of the following: WATCH for severe thunderstorms, expected from this afternoon over SW Limpopo, Gauteng, W Mpumalanga and NE North-West Province. Take care and be safe,” said the weather service on Twitter.
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