Severe thunderstorms expected in parts of KZN
Disaster management teams on standby in all areas that could be affected
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of severe thunderstorms in the western and northern parts of KwaZulu-Natal, moving eastwards this evening. These thunderstorms will bring strong winds, hail and heavy downpours which may lead to damage to infrastructure and vehicles. Localised flooding is also expected in low-lying areas as well as formal and informal settlements. The affected areas are: Alfred Duma, Dannhauser, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma- Underberg, Emadlangeni, Endumeni, Greater Kokstad, Impendle, Inkosi Langalibalele- Estcourt, Sobabili, Mpofana- Giants Castle, Mooi River, Msinga, Newcastle, Okhahlamba, Richmond, Msunduzi, Ubuhlebezwe, uMngeni, uMshwathi, Umvoti and Umzimkhulu. KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Sipho Hlomuka has therefore placed Disaster management teams on standby in all areas that could be affected. He however urged residents across the province to take the necessary precautions as weather conditions are expected to deteriorate moving into the evening. HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. For news straight to your phone invite us: WhatsApp – 060 784 2695 Instagram – zululand_observer
