Level 6: Thunderstorms and hail issued today in these parts of SA

The South African Weather Service has issued a level 6 warning for severe thunderstorms and hail for right now in these parts of SA.

By: Corné van Zyl

A level 6 warning for SEVERE thunderstorms and hail was issued for NOW in these parts of South Africa. 

THE LEVEL 6 WARNING IS IN PLACE FROM MIDDAY UNTIL MIDNIGHT

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) said thunderstorms could result in flash flooding of roads, susceptible settlements, and danger to life in crossing fast-flowing streams. 

“Large amounts of small hail/large hail can cause damage to vehicles and difficult driving conditions, especially where heavy downpours are present. These conditions can lead to major travel disruptions and can be aggravated by possible falling trees blocking major roads. 

“Loss of agricultural production is also likely, together with disruption to essential services.” SAWS

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THESE ARE THE AREAS THAT WILL BE AFFECTED:

• Bergrivier / Redelinghuys
• Cederberg / Clanwilliam
• Witzenberg / Ceres
• Karoo Hoogland / Sutherland
• Saldanha Bay / Langebaan
• Swartland / Malmesbury
• Laingsburg
• Prince Albert
• Kannaland / Ladismith
• Swellendam
• Langeberg / Robertson
• Hessequa / Riversdale
• Swellendam
• Overstrand / Hermanus

The warning is in place from 12:00 until midnight on Wednesday.

‘STAY INDOORS AND AWAY FROM METAL OBJECTS’

The SAWS advised staying indoors, where possible, away from metal objects. Do not seek shelter under trees or tall objects. 

Stay away from fishing or playing golf, as golf clubs and fishing rods are good.

Meanwhile, a level 4 warning for the severe thunderstorms warning was issued for more areas of the country. 

It furthermore warned that large amounts of small hail/large hail could cause damage to vehicles and difficult driving conditions, especially where heavy downpours are present. 

THESE AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED BY LEVEL 4 WARNING:

• Drakenstein / Paarl
• City of Cape Town / Cape Town city
• Stellenbosch
• Cape Agulhas
• Oudtshoorn
• George
• Knysna
• Bitou / Plettenberg Bay
• Mossel Bay / Mosselbay
• Karoo Hoogland / Sutherland
• Beaufort West
• Hantam / Calvinia
• Matzikama / Vredendal

Furthermore, a level 2 warning was issued for these parts of the country. 

A LEVEL 2 WARNING IS ISSUED FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

• eDumbe / Paulpietersburg
• Enoch Magijima – Molteno / Molteno
• Engcobo / Ncobo
• Nyandeni / Libode
• Ingquza Hill / Lusikisiki
• Mbizana / Bizana
• Matatiele
• Ubuhlebezwe / Ixopo
• uMngeni / Howick
• Nquthu / Nqutu
• Abaqulusi / Vryheid/Abaqulusi
• eMadlangeni / Utrecht
• Okhahlamba / Royal National Park
• Senqu / Barkly East

“Take caution or avoid traveling on bridges and roads in low-lying areas as these may be susceptible to flooding and there may be sinkholes. 

“Avoid outdoor activities, as lightning and flooding may result in injuries and death. Avoid being in an open field, as there may be flying debris. Stay indoors well clear of windows, shelter pets, and cover vehicles.” SAWS

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