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Thundershower warning for south-western parts of KZN

Thunderstorm could escalate in severity in some parts of KwaZulu-Natal

THE South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a yellow level 2 thundershowers warning for south-western parts of KZN effective today (Monday).

People residing in these parts should brace themselves for heavy downpours, hail, excessive lightning and strong winds.

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According to the weather desk, the warning is valid from 2pm to 8pm, and potential impacts include:
• Localised damage to infrastructure, settlements, vehicles and livestock

• Localised injuries and danger to life owing to lightning

• Localised, short-term disruption to municipal and other essential services

• Localised flooding of susceptible roads, low-lying areas and bridges

Motorists are urged to take extreme caution and, where possible, are advised to avoid bridges in low-lying areas.

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