Up to 40°C and high fire risk in South Africa
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on IOL
Temperatures of 36°C to 40°C are expected in several areas of the Western Cape and Northern Cape, with a very high risk of vegetation fires. The South African weather service is urging caution in the affected areas, according to IOL.
The South African Weather Service has placed several areas of the Northern Cape and Western Cape at extremely high risk of vegetation fires. The alert notably covers the Kamiesberg municipality, areas of the West Coast and Cape Winelands, as well as Laingsburg and Swellendam, reports IOL.
In the Namakwa district, Northern Cape, and inland Western Cape, maximum temperatures are expected to reach between 36°C and 40°C. The weather service also forecasts an extreme UVB index in Western Cape and recommends limiting prolonged exposure to the sun.
Gauteng is expected to have partly cloudy and cool weather, while Mpumalanga could experience morning fog and isolated showers or thunderstorms. Limpopo and North West will also experience conditions ranging from cool to hot, with isolated showers or thunderstorms in several areas, according to the South African Weather Service.
