Severe thunderstorms forecast for inland Zululand
Level 5 thunderstorm warning alerts inland Zululand to damaging winds, heavy rain and potential flooding this (Sunday) afternoon.
THE inland parts of the Zululand region, including Nkandla and Ulundi, are on alert for severe thunderstorms today (Sunday).
This after the South African Weather Service (SAWS) this morning issued a level 5 warning for severe thunderstorms to take effect from 2pm until midnight.
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“Severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, heavy downpours leading to flooding of roads, settlements and low-lying areas are expected over the north-western and central northern parts of KZN today,” said the SAWS.
Potential impacts
- Flooding of settlements which may lead to displacement of affected communities
- Fast-flowing rivers and streams
- Mudslides and rock falls
- Flooding of roads and damage to bridges
Residents in affected areas are called to stay indoors and off the roads where possible; avoid crossing swollen rivers and streams; if trapped in a vehicle in a flood, abandon the vehicle and climb to higher ground; inside the house, place valuables above the potential floodline.
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