A stage 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(*6*)SAWS) mentioned flash flooding of roads, vulnerable settlements, and hazard to life in crossing fast-flowing streams.
“Large quantities of small hail/giant hail could cause harm to autos and tough driving situations, particularly the place heavy downpours are current. These situations can result in main journey disruptions and will be aggravated by attainable falling bushes blocking main 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 till midnight on Wednesday.
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‘STAY INDOORS AND AWAY FROM METAL OBJECTS’
The SAWS suggested staying indoors, the place attainable, away from metallic objects. Do not search shelter beneath bushes or tall objects.
Stay away from fishing or taking part in golf, as golf golf equipment and fishing rods are good.
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Meanwhile, a stage 4 warning for the extreme warning was issued for extra areas of the nation.
It moreover warned that enormous quantities of small hail/giant hail may trigger harm to autos and tough driving situations, particularly the place heavy downpours are current.
THESE AREAS WILL BE AFFECTED BY LEVEL 4 WARNING:
- Drakenstein / Paarl
- City of Cape Town / Cape Town metropolis
- Stellenbosch
- Cape Agulhas
- Oudtshoorn
- George
- Knysna
- Bitou / Plettenberg Bay
- Mossel Bay / Mosselbay
- Karoo Hoogland / Sutherland
- Beaufort West
- Hantam / Calvinia
- Matzikama / Vredendal
Furthermore, a stage 2 warning was issued for these parts of the nation.
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 warning or keep away from touring on bridges and roads in low-lying areas as these could also be vulnerable to flooding and there could also 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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