Soweto storm rips roofs off Regina Mundi Church and school as emergency services on high alert

On Monday night, Soweto experienced a severe storm that caused significant damage to Regina Mundi Church and Reutlwile Secondary School. The City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services responded to both scenes overnight, with no injuries reported. Firefighters attended to the incidents in the afternoon, with the Regina Mundi Church roof partially blown away and the roof of the Reutlwile Secondary School also damaged.

The emergency services remain on high alert, with specialized teams on standby to respond to any emergencies that may occur overnight. Residents are encouraged to contact the city’s emergency management services command and control centre at 011 375-5911 for any life-threatening emergencies. Tuesday's weather in KwaZulu-Natal is expected to bring rough seas and damaging winds, as well as high fire danger conditions in the Northern Cape, Western Cape, and North West regions.

A yellow level 2 warning has been issued for damaging wind and waves along the north coast of KZN. Meanwhile, Gauteng will experience a fine day with partly cloudy skies and high UVB sunburn index, with residents advised to take precautions against prolonged sun exposure.