Heavy downpours for Pretorians on Tuesday
An Orange Level 5 warning was issued, which comes with severe thunderstorms and heavy downpours, which may lead to flooding.
The South African Weather Service has warned of the possibility of severe thunderstorms in Pretoria and Gauteng on Tuesday.
light showers -> thunderstorms
wind 7kmh -> 5kmh— Pretoria Weather (@PretoriaZA) November 7, 2023
Weather service spokesperson Senelisiwe Twala said the Capital City could expect thundershowers throughout the day.
“We have received an Orange Level 5 warning, which comes with severe thunderstorms producing strong damaging winds, large amounts of small hail, and heavy downpours, which may lead to flooding and damage of settlements and infrastructure,” Twala warned.
⛈️🌤️Weather outlook for Wednesday 8 November 2023. Isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers can be expected over the eastern parts of the country.#southafricanweather #southafrican #southafrica pic.twitter.com/cy4SaWlsNM
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) November 6, 2023
She further said Wednesday’s weather conditions are expected to be partly cloudy, through to the weekend.
Gauteng Today 's Weather overview: 7.11.2023 pic.twitter.com/qYvXJ5oNEB
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) November 7, 2023
Twala continued to say these severe conditions will also result in localised flooding in low-lying bridges and damage to settlements.
Here are some safety tips that can assist while driving in the rain:
– Increase your safe following distance by an extra 5 – 6 seconds.
– Reduce your speed. This will help you navigate large water puddles and potential hidden debris on flooded roadways.
– Make sure your headlights are switched on.
– Take note of trees, powerlines, and street poles while driving.
– Be cautious of any pedestrians, cyclists, motorcycles, and animals while driving in harsh weather conditions.
– If you can, delay your trip until the heavy rainfall subsides.
– Buckle up!
– Drive only when you need to. Otherwise, please stay at home.
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