THE South African Weather Services (SAWS) have issued a level 2 weather warning for KZN which will be in place until 23:00 today (January 9). Durban South residents are to remain on high alert for heavy rains and stormy weather.

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SAWS warns of thunderstorms with a lot of rain, strong winds and potential lightning in the central and western parts of the province.

The ongoing rainfall continues to pose a risk of the following impacts:

• Further flooding of roads and settlements.
• Increased risk of damage to bridges.
• Continued potential for displacement of communities.
• Persistent danger to life due to fast-flowing, deep water.
• Prolonged disruption to traffic flow due to road flooding or closures.
• Ongoing disruption to essential services, including water and electricity.

Residents are urged to take the following precautionary measures:

• Stay indoors and off the roads if possible.
• 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.

During an emergency, residents can contact the Disaster Management Centre at 031 361 0000.

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