KZN on high alert as storm warning issued

There
is also a plea from eThekwini officials to avoid being on the road later on
Thursday.

Weather
forecasters have sent out a level 4 alert for severe thunderstorms over most
parts of the province.

This
excludes the south-east and extreme north-east parts.

An
orange level 6 warning is also in place for disruptive rain from Thursday
afternoon, with heavy downpours in the south-eastern parts.

 READ: KZN bracing for heavy rains, thunderstorms

The
municipality’s Gugu Sisilana said that disaster management teams are on
standby.

“This
weather warning includes the eThekwini region. Predictions are indicating high
likelihood of heavy rains. This warning may result in the flooding of roads and
settlements, poor driving conditions, and the destruction of mud-based houses.

“The
city advises residents to exercise extreme caution and to stay indoors if
possible, and to avoid travelling. The public is reminded not to cross rivers
and streams.”

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