Cyclone Dineo downgraded to tropical storm and likely to miss Ladysmith, but heavy rain expected

This video clearly shows the strength of Cyclone Dineo as it made landfall yesterday in Mozambique.

This was the projected track of the storm as it would dissipate once it made landfall: Courtesy of Storm Report SA

While Ladysmith emergency services have been put on alert, the storm is expected to be basically heavy rain by the time it reaches us.

With the downgrading of Dineo from a cyclone to a tropical storm, emergency service readiness will obviously be downgraded. That said, heavy rainfall is still expected from Thursday night through to Saturday.

Residents are urged to exercise caution when crossing swollen rivers and to watch out for signs of flash flooding.

Update: Update: Cyclone Dineo still remains on its predicted path, Ladysmith expected to have rain

Also read: Update: Cyclone Dineo kills 7 as it stays on its predicted path, missing Ladysmith and most of Northern KZN completely

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