[PHOTOS] First summer thunderstorm drenches city
Along with the heavy rain, lightning and hail, flooding in parts of the city have also been reported.
POLOKWANE – The recent hot and humid conditions have resulted in the first thunderstorm of the season.
The heavy downpour in the city on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning has been welcomed by residents, some taking to social media to share their photos.
22mm rain ☔ from last night until 7am this morning. Polokwane, Bendor. 📷Arnaud Seegers pic.twitter.com/ynurLGWniN
— ReenvalSA (@ReenvalSA) October 1, 2020
We had heavy rain with storms in Polokwane last night
— Katlego Nkadimeng (@KatlegoNkadime2) October 1, 2020
Nikkel Street and Mandela Drive in Polokwane flooded. Motorists to be cautious.#Trafficupdates pic.twitter.com/ax9DXpcrkC
— Village Queen👑 (@BongiWil) October 1, 2020
Read more: [WATCH] Residents tube down street in Flora Park after storm
The arrival of the first rain often lifts oil and debris from road surfaces which result in slippery road conditions. Drivers are advised to slow down and increase their following distances.
Read more: Driving on wet roads: 13 safety tips
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