WATCH: Severe flooding after record rainfall in Randburg
Heavy rainstorms wreak havoc in Randburg, with flooding washing away cars, collapsing walls, and stranding residents, prompting urgent warnings for motorists.
The streets of Randburg were transformed into rivers yesterday evening as a severe downpour led to flash floods across the region, overwhelming infrastructure and posing grave risks to residents.
One resident, Aden Exall, reported that an astonishing 100mm of rain fell within a mere hour, triggering chaos in various neighbourhoods.
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One of the most alarming sights captured in a viral video posted on our Facebook page by Karen Flint showcased the Klein Jukskei River in Jukskei Park, which burst its banks, creating danger in surrounding areas.
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Flash floods led to significant infrastructure damage, particularly on Dale Lace Avenue in Randpark Ridge, where a wall at a complex collapsed.
Local authorities have issued warnings advising against crossing flooded roads. Motorists are being called to exercise extreme caution as rising water levels continue to pose threats.
Several other security groups posted that multiple bridges had been closed and designated as no-go zones, including Mangaan Bridge, Platina Bridge, and Witkoppen Bridge. Community Policing Forums (CPF) were deployed to these locations, with the Johannesburg Roads Agency’s Flood Control unit also notified.
Emergency services, including fire and rescue teams, were there to assist with a vehicle stranded in rising waters at Platina Bridge.
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In Sundowner, dramatic rescues unfolded, with volunteer groups from the Honeydew CPF and the Sundowner Community Association aiding individuals stranded on Drysdale Road amid the deluge. Residents are being urged to remain vigilant as the situation develops and to stay away from affected areas where dangerous conditions persist.
As the rain seems in all likelihood to continue, the community is reminded to prioritise safety and heed official warnings to prevent further incidents related to this unprecedented weather event.
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