Thunderstorms to hit Gauteng and Lowveld this afternoon

There have been high temperatures in the Lowveld in the past two weeks after a heatwave swept through Gauteng and other various parts of the country.


Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon in the Lowveld, reports Mpumalanga News.

The South African Weather Service has issued a warning to Gauteng and Limpopo residents who will also be affected.

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MEC for cooperative governance and traditional affairs Speedy Mashilo warned communities to avoid power lines. Disaster units across the province are on high alert for emergency services.

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