Just in: Three confirmed dead, numerous others injured as tornado hits West Rand
One died in Tarlton, one in Krugersdorp and one in Muldersdrift.
Krugersdorp Police have confirmed that three people were declared dead after the tornado that hit the Tarlton area earlier today.
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“One person died when a huge tree fell on a truck. The truck was carrying about 50 workers, nine of whom were injured.
They were taken to various hospitals,” said Sergeant Tshepiso Mashele, spokesperson for Krugersdorp Police.
In Tarlton, the second person died after a wall collapsed on top on him. Two other people were taken to hospital with injuries.
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In the Muldersdrift area, a third person passed away, also after a wall fell on him at a construction site.
Three inquests were opened, one at each of the relevant police stations.
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