Weather warning: Heavy downpours and potential flooding
KZN residents are advised to exercise caution after the South African Weather Service issued a level four weather warning.
THE SOUTH African Weather Service (SAWS) urges motorists to exercise caution following a Level 4 disruptive rainfall warning.
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SAWS’ forecast model indicates that disruptive rainfall with widespread showers and rainstorms across KwaZulu-Natal will persist today (September 24) and tomorrow (September 25) until around midday.
In a statement, SAWS urges the community to take note of the potential flooding of roads, bridges, and settlements, poor driving conditions, damage to infrastructure in some areas, and the destruction of mud-based houses.
Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and maintain a safe following distance while driving on wet roads.
The Municipality’s Disaster Management Directorate and emergency services remain on standby.
eThekwini Municipality advises residents to exercise caution, to stay indoors if possible, and to avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary. Residents living in flood-prone areas, including informal settlements, are advised to take the necessary safety precautions.
In case of an emergency, the public can contact the City’s Disaster Management Centre on 031 361 0000.
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