Weather Service: Multiple orange level weather warnings across Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued multiple orange level weather warnings for parts of the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal as a cut-off low-pressure system brings disruptive snow, heavy rain and severe thunderstorms. Authorities have urged residents, farmers and motorists to remain alert and follow official weather advisories and safety instructions.

Orange level 5 warning issued for disruptive snow in Eastern Cape

Orange level 5 warning: Disruptive snow
Affected area: Eastern Cape
Validity period: 6 to 7 May 2026.

Snowfall accumulations of between 10cm and 20cm are expected over parts of the Eastern Cape between 6 and 7 May 2026. Image: South African Weather Service

Orange level 6 warning issued for disruptive rain in Eastern Cape

Orange level 6 warning: Disruptive rain
Affected area: Eastern Cape
Validity period: 5 to 7 May 2026

Heavy downpours associated with a cut-off low are expected to cause flooding and dangerous driving conditions in parts of the Eastern Cape. Image: South African Weather Service
Heavy downpours associated with a cut-off low are expected to cause flooding and dangerous driving conditions in parts of the Eastern Cape. Image: South African Weather Service

Orange level 6 warning issued for severe thunderstorms in KwaZulu-Natal

Orange level 6 warning: Severe thunderstorms
Affected area: KwaZulu-Natal
Validity period: 5 to 6 May 2026

Severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours, hail and damaging winds are expected over parts of KwaZulu-Natal. Image: South African Weather Service
Severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours, hail and damaging winds are expected over parts of KwaZulu-Natal. Image: South African Weather Service

Source: South African Weather Service

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