Gauteng weather alert: Temperatures to reach above 35°C as second heatwave hits province
The heatwave follows recent severe weather that brought heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and localised flooding.
The City of Johannesburg's Emergency Management Services has issued a heatwave safety warning for residents in Gauteng, as temperatures are expected to soar on Wednesday and Thursday. The South African Weather Service predicts temperatures will reach up to 36 degrees Celsius in several areas, including Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Emergency Services spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi has advised residents to stay hydrated and avoid direct sunlight, particularly between 11 am and 3 pm. He emphasized that extended exposure to these extreme temperatures can lead to heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and potentially heat stroke. Mulaudzi urged workers directly under the sun to take regular breaks to prevent such health issues.
Parents are particularly cautioned to keep young children away from open bodies of water like dams and rivers to prevent drowning incidents.
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