Cape Town – The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning for damaging winds in the Western Cape, which could have negative effects on both formal and informal housing in the province.
According to SABC, Cape Town Disaster Risk Management spokesperson Charlotte Powell said there is also a risk of damage to electrical and communication infrastructure.
“Reports were received via our Disaster Operations Centre of flooded roadways in Uitsig and Silversands, as well as flooding in Kosovo informal settlement in Philippi, and damage to the roof of a house in Hanover Park,”the report quoted Powell as saying.
Western Cape authorities are preparing for another cold front expected on Monday, which may bring heavy rain and potentially lead to more flooding along rivers in the Cape Winelands and Overberg Districts.
Current satellite imagery depicting the position of the cold front and an area of frontal rain and showers over the south-western parts of the country.
Image courtesy of EUMETSAT pic.twitter.com/TjdP8UeOyk
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 19, 2023
Meanwhile, News24 reported that a tree fell on a vehicle on Woolsack Drive near the M3 southbound, temporarily closing the road.
Fortunately, both the driver and passenger were unharmed, the report said.
Flooding has already occurred in several locations, including informal settlements.
Road closures are in place due to flooding, and trees have been uprooted in multiple areas. Mopping-up operations are underway, and authorities are working to fix flood-damaged roads.
Road users are urged to be patient in affected areas.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
