Heavy winds wreak havoc

Heavy winds caused roofs to fly off  and brought down power cables in Steadville. At this stage, the extent of the damages is not known. Strong winds have caused extensive damage to other areas as well. Wind speeds in Van Reenen have been recorded as over 100km per hour.

Veld fires are sweeping through the Fort Mistake, Normandien and Elandslaagte areas. Farmers are battling several fires near Chelmsford Dam.

According to ER24 Newcastle – N11 Route – Avoid route, raging veld fire between Newcastle and Durnacol. Pushed by strong winds and visibility zero