Weather service warns of severe thunderstorms in Lowveld areas
A level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms has been issued for Wednesday October 26.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours over the eastern parts of Mpumalanga.
This follows after Mbombela and surrounds had received heavy rainfall on the evening of October 24.
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According to SAWS, “Models currently indicate the heaviest rainfall may occur along the escarpment and Lowveld areas of Mpumalanga tomorrow (October 26). Rainfall of 40-60mm is possible in places in the morning, which may fall in a short timeframe. This may result in flooding of roads, bridges and formal/informal settlements.”
The service said it might further disrupt travel due to poor driving visibility or road obstructions. It also holds possible danger to life due to fast-flowing water and streams.
