Heavy rain threatens eThekwini, South Africa
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on IOL
The eThekwini municipality has mobilised its emergency teams after a Level 4 severe thunderstorm warning, with risks of flooding and infrastructure damage. The warning remains valid until 11:59 pm on 8 November, according to the South African Weather Service and the eThekwini municipality.
The eThekwini municipality, which covers Durban in South Africa among other areas, has placed its emergency response teams and disaster management services on heightened alert in response to a Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) warning remains valid until 11:59 pm on Sunday 8 November, according to IOL.
Authorities are warning of flooding, infrastructure damage, falling trees, dangerous driving conditions and potentially deadly fast-flowing waterways. Residents are advised to avoid travelling and not to cross rivers or waterways when the water level is above ankle height, while motorists should avoid flooded roads and bridges in low-lying areas, according to the eThekwini municipality.
Response teams remain mobilised and residents can report weather-related incidents via the disaster management WhatsApp chatbot on 076 546 6883. For life-threatening emergencies, the municipality gives 031 361 0000 as the emergency number.
