Torrential weather trips Eskom power system in these parts of Eastern Cape
Eskom’s power system in the Eastern Cape was tripped due to torrential weather, affecting several districts.
Eskom’s power system in the Eastern Cape was tripped due to torrential weather, affecting several districts.
The Eskom system is ‘at risk’ in the Western and Eastern Cape ahead of the severe weather that threatens to disrupt electricity supply over the weekend.
The weekend weather forecast warns of significant rainfall and possible severe thunderstorms affecting the Western and Eastern Cape.
The South Africa weather forecast for Friday warns of damaging winds, extreme fire conditions, and intense downpours across various provinces.
South Africa is likely to experience a range of weather conditions on Thursday, including extreme fire danger in the Northern Cape’s Hantam Municipality.
The temporary closure of Durban’s beaches is due to unsafe water conditions following recent heavy rains.
In the Nyandeni Local Municipality, three people have lost their lives in separate incidents.
Meanwhile, in Durban, the eThekwini Municipality has urged motorists to buckle up, switch on headlights and drive safely as many roads have been affected by heavy rainfall.
South Africa’s weather forecast for Wednesday, 18 October 2023, exhibits a diverse climate across the provinces with no severe alerts, indicating a relatively calm weather day.
South Africa braces for disruptive weather on Tuesday, including dangerous flooding in KwaZulu-Natal and severe thunderstorms in Limpopo.
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Monday.
As South Africa steels itself for a tumultuous weather day, the array of warnings issued paints a concerning picture for numerous regions.
The anticipated impacts include strong winds, and heavy rain which could lead to flooding, hail, and lightning strikes.
The forecast also highlights that hot and humid weather will lead to extremely uncomfortable conditions in the Lowveld and northern parts of Limpopo.
South Africans are advised to brace for severe weather conditions this Thursday, especially in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and the south-eastern parts of Northern Cape.
On Wednesday, South Africa will face a diverse range of weather phenomena, from severe thunderstorms to high fire danger warnings, according to the South African Weather Service’s (SAWS) predictions.
On Tuesday, South Africa will experience varying weather conditions, with some severe weather alerts and fire danger warnings in place.
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Monday.
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Friday.
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Thursday.
Pretorians are particularly set to experience blistering temperatures peaking around 37°C.
Here’s a detailed weather forecast for every province on Wednesday.
These regions are expected to experience extremely high fire danger conditions on Tuesday.
Additionally, access to the reserve via the Clarens Drive route is currently restricted due to storm-related issues.
These warnings are accompanied by concerns of possible flooding, endangerment to human life, and damage to property.
Rainfall accumulation is projected to range between 50 and 80 millimetres across the metropolis.
While this weather event is set to affect multiple regions, the Western and Eastern Cape provinces are projected to bear the brunt of its impact.
Thee parts of South Africa will likely be struck by a second bout of Spring thunderstorms over the weekend and into early next week.
Due to the severe impact of the Pretoria storm, which tripped the Zuikerbosch power plant, these areas will be without water supply.
As Pretoria residents hunkered down for what proved to be a tumultuous evening, they faced the brunt of nature’s fury.