Level 2 Weather Warning issued for Rand West City
"There is a lot of tropical moisture in circulation over the central and eastern parts of the country. We are expecting between 20 to 40mm of rainfall in the South with 50mm in some places," - South African Weather Service.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Level 2 warning for the high likelihood of disruptive rainfall in some areas of the City of Johannesburg for the most part of Thursday, 28 January.
There is a reasonable probability of flooding in these affected areas:
- City of Johannesburg
- Mogale City
- Rand West City – Randfontein
- Rand West City – Westonaria
- Ekurhuleni
- Lesedi
- Merafong City
- Midvaal
Netcare 911 has previously issued some tips to keep you safe in rainy weather, ensuring you arrive at your destination safely:
• Ensure that your headlights and brake lights are working
• Check that your tyres are in good shape and condition
• Do not speed, and maintain a safe following distance to allow you to brake without struggling, should you be required to stop suddenly
• Buckle up every time, not only when it is raining
• Do not cross low-lying bridges, even if you think you can make it
• Slow down before entering standing water on the road as this may cause your car to slide without warning, and it may be deeper than it looks
• Avoid areas where there are known to be adverse conditions
• Concentrate on the road, not anything else such as electronic devices
• If you are going to an area known to have bad weather conditions, and there is a possibility you may be stuck for extended periods, remember to to take extra blankets and appropriate clothing, and ensure you have enough fuel for the journey.
