Severe thunderstorms, cold weather expected on Monday. Photos: unsplash
Severe thunderstorms and cold temperatures are expected in many parts of South Africa on Monday, 31 October. Here’s where…
The weather services have warned that severe thunderstorms and cold weather are expected in several parts of South Africa on Monday.
VoxWeather said level 2 weather warnings for severe thunderstorms are issued for severe thunderstorms over the central parts of Limpopo and the northern parts of Mpumalanga.
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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) previously warned that localised damage to infrastructure, settlements, property, vehicles, livelihood and livestock could be expected due to severe thunderstorms.
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“Further, heavy downpours are expected to result in localised flooding of susceptible roads, low-lying areas and bridges and possibly cause minor vehicle accidents. Disruptions to municipal services and livelihoods are also possible. Excessive lightning may cause danger to life.”
SAWS
It furthermore issued a weather advisory for very cold conditions that could cause hypothermia or isolated loss of vulnerable livestock.
“The public is advised to take necessary precautions.”
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The following areas will be affected by the very chilly weather:
By: Corné van Zyl
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