Disruptive rain forecast for the weekend

Disruptive rain has been forecast for parts of the Zululand region tomorrow (Friday) and into Saturday evening.

“Widespread showers and thundershowers can be expected across the province, resulting in disruptive rain leading to localised flooding.

“The rainfall accumulation is expected to be around 40 to 50mm in places tomorrow extending into Saturday morning,” SAWS stated.

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The areas that will be affected include Mtubatuba, Nkandla, Mandeni, Mthonjaneni and Hlabisa.

Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Rev Thulasizwe Buthelezi has placed disaster management teams on high alert across KwaZulu-Natal in anticipation of the adverse weather conditions.

“These inclement weather conditions pose a potential risk to human life and livestock.

“Disaster management teams have been assigned to monitor areas prone to weather-related incidents.

“Residents who rely on generators and braziers are urged to use caution when using these methods to keep warm,” said the MEC.