Inclement weather conditions expected in the province during the spring have begun The latest warning from the South African Weather Service indicates that severe thunderstorm can be expected this afternoon over parts of uMzinyathi, iLembe and King Cetshwayo districts.

There is also an ‘above-average’ risk of severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds, excessive lightning and heavy downpours.

MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Sihle Zikalala said urged communities residing or travelling to these districts to take all the necessary precautions.

According to the Weather Services, the thunderstorms could lead to localised damage to infrastructure, localised flooding, difficult driving conditions and localised injuries due to flying debris.

We have placed all our disaster management team on high alert so that they can quickly respond should the need arise.

Residents are urged to: avoid unnecessary trips as severe thunderstorms can produce heavy rain within a short space of time, which subsequently led to flash flooding, reconsider outdoor plans in light of the forecast, and maintain a way to receive any warnings that may be issued.

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