- Strong winds caused significant damage to homes in Wynberg, Cape Town.
- Four houses had roofs blown off, and electrical wires were damaged.
- Residents were relocated to alternative accommodations.
Strong winds in Cape Town destroyed homes in Wynberg, causing significant damage and power outages across multiple areas.
Watch: Wynberg homes destroyed by strong winds
The Disaster Risk Management Centre reported that the Fire and Rescue Service received an emergency call at around 23:20 on Wednesday night, regarding roofs being blown off in Wynberg and damage to overhead electrical wires.
Spokesperson Sonica Lategan confirmed that the occupants of the affected properties have been relocated to alternative accommodations.
“Crews from Constantia responded to the incident and found four houses affected at the corner of Sussex and Bute Roads,” said Lategan.
The City assured that the Disaster Risk Management Centre will conduct further investigations and assessments this morning to evaluate the extent of the damage.
The strong winds not only destroyed the roofs of these homes but also disrupted power supply in the area, leaving many residents without electricity.
Cape Town storms plunge these areas into darkness
The inclement weather that wreaked havoc in Wynberg also caused widespread power outages across Cape Town.
The storm, characterised by strong winds and heavy rain, led to numerous electrical faults in various parts of the city.
Areas affected include Wynberg, Lakeside, Brooklyn, Rondebosch, Kenilworth, Philippi, Plattekloof, Penelyn Estate, Woodstock, Mfuleni, Bergvliet, Fish Hoek, Grassy Park, Meadowridge, Lavender Hill, Lentegeur, Rocklands, Gugulethu, Eagle Park, Steenberg, Constantia, Bishopscourt, and Plumstead.
The city has mobilised resources to provide temporary shelter and support to those affected by the storm.
Relief efforts are ongoing, and city officials are coordinating with various agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents.
