Residents across large parts of the province are urged to take extreme caution following the issuance of a Level 4 weather warning for disruptive rain by the South African Weather Service.

The warning is valid for Tuesday, April 15, from first thing tomorrow until midnight.

The weather forecast indicates that persistent rainfall is expected over most parts of the province, potentially leading to:
* Difficult driving conditions, particularly on dirt roads.
* Flooding of roads and settlements.
* Damage to property and infrastructure.
* Damage to mud-based houses.

This statement was released by the Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC , Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi.

In response to this severe weather warning, MEC Buthelezi, has directed that all disaster management teams across the affected municipalities be placed on high alert. These teams are ready to respond swiftly to any incidents that may occur as a result of the heavy rainfall.

MEC Buthelezi emphasised the seriousness of the weather warning and called on all residents to take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety.

“We are urging all residents in the affected areas to exercise extreme caution tomorrow. Please avoid unnecessary travel, especially on dirt roads, and refrain from crossing rivers and swollen streams where the water level is above your ankles,” said MEC Buthelezi.

The Department of Cogta advises residents to take the following precautionary measures:
* If possible, stay indoors and off the roads.
* Avoid crossing rivers and swollen streams.
* If trapped in a vehicle during a flood, abandon it and climb to higher ground.
* In buildings, move valuable items to a safe place above the expected flood level.
* In rural areas, move livestock to higher ground.

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