Cape Town – Johannesburg Emergency Services remain on high alert as heavy rainfall continues across Gauteng.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of severe thunderstorms affecting parts of North West, Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal, with hot conditions expected in KZN.
Authorities urge motorists to drive cautiously, avoid speeding, and not attempt to cross flooded roads.
⚠️ ALERT: THE SA WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED WARNING FOR THE POSSIBILITY OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS
📅 WHEN: TUESDAY, 8/4/2025
📈RAIN PROBABILITY: 40%
📍AREA: ENTIRE GAUTENG, EXCEPT TSHWANE METRO
⏰TIME: 14:00-23:59
🔴POTENTIAL THREATS:
•LOCALISED FLOODING— Gauteng Weather (@tWeatherSA) April 8, 2025
“It is raining in most parts of Johannesburg. EMS would like to caution all road users to pay extra attention when driving. drive safely during this time. Please ensure that you do not speed or overtake,”Joburg Emergency Services (EMS) spokesperson Xolile Khumalo said.
Residents living near riverbanks are advised to take precautions.
The Tshwane Emergency Services said it will monitor the situation and respond to any emergencies.
A yellow level 2 warning has been issued for several provinces, warning of localised flooding, property damage, and infrastructure risks. Gauteng residents can expect scattered showers and thundershowers, with a high UVB sunburn index.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
