City’s disaster management teams on standby after heavy rainfall forecast
Residents in low lying areas are urged to be ultra-cautious as localised flooding is expected.
ETHEKWINI residents are urged to be on high alert, said eThekwini Municipality’s city Manager Sipho Nzuza who has all disaster management teams on standby following forecasts of heavy downpours predicted for this evening.
According to the South African Weather Services (SAWS), there is an 80 per cent chance of rain with a possibility of strong winds.
“We are not taking any chances as we are in the grip of climate change. Our disaster management teams are well equipped and ready to respond in every part of the city in the event of a disaster. We are appealing to all our residents to always heed our warnings. By doing so, we would go a long way in saving lives and mitigating unnecessary disasters,” said Nzuza.
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Residents in low lying areas are urged to be ultra-cautious as localised flooding is expected. Motorists who may be on the city’s roads tonight, are requested to drive safely at all times and reduce speed. The rain is expected to relent in the morning.
