Yellow Level 2 thunderstorm warning issued for eThekwini
The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms in parts of KwaZulu-Natal, with eThekwini expected to be significantly affected by heavy rain, damaging winds, hail and possible flooding through Monday, October 26.
The City of eThekwini has issued a Yellow Level 2 thunderstorm warning for a region facing severe weather conditions through Monday, October 26. Residents should expect heavy rain, damaging winds, hail, and lightning, which pose risks to safety, infrastructure, and vehicles. The eThekwini Municipality warns of potential localized flooding, damage to roads, bridges, and settlements in central and eastern KwaZulu-Natal, as well as poor visibility and slippery roads.
Those in flood-prone areas, especially informal settlements, are advised to take precautions and stay alert. Motorists should reduce speed, maintain safe distances, and exercise caution while driving in wet conditions. The municipality asks residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Its Disaster Management Directorate and emergency services are on high alert, prepared to respond to weather-related incidents.
Residents should monitor official municipal communication channels for updates, as the warning may change. SAWS forecast suggests partly cloudy and warm to hot weather with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms over central and eastern regions of South Africa, including KwaZulu-Natal and the eastern half of the Eastern Cape.
The broader forecast also warns of extremely high fire danger across most of the central interior, northern KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape. For emergency assistance, residents can contact the eThekwini Disaster Management Centre at 031 361 0000.
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