Heavy rains have resulted in flash flooding across several areas of Johannesburg, with emergency services urging motorists to exercise caution.
Johannesburg struck by flash floods
City of Joburg EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi confirmed that flooding has been reported in Weltevreden Park, Strubens Valley, Newlands, Parkhurst, and Randpark Ridge.
Authorities have closed multiple bridges due to rising water levels, including:
- Mangaan Bridge
- Platina Bridge
- Witkoppen Bridge
The Klein Jukskei River has burst its banks, worsening the situation. Emergency responders have been deployed to assist stranded motorists, including a vehicle trapped in floodwaters at Platina Bridge.
Mulaudzi urged residents to avoid low-lying bridges and flooded roads, making it clear that emergency teams remain on high alert.
“Motorists are urged to exercise caution while driving, extend safe following distances, and avoid crossing flooded roads,” he said.
Here are several videos showing the full extent of the torrential weather affecting parts of the province:
SA Weather issues Yellow Level 2 warning for thunderstorms
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms expected to hit Gauteng and surrounding areas on Thursday, 6 March 2025.
The warning includes risks of heavy downpours, damaging winds, excessive lightning, and hail, affecting:
- Gauteng
- Extreme east of North West
- Mpumalanga Highveld
- Southern Limpopo
Johannesburg residents can expect a high of 30°C with scattered showers and thunderstorms, while Pretoria and Vereeniging will experience similar conditions.
Emergency services remain on standby overnight, monitoring all seven regions of Johannesburg.
Residents are advised to stay indoors if possible, avoid flooded areas, and follow weather updates closely.
