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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nExperts have warned that the cold and wet conditions could also increase the risk of damage to homes and infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a level four and six warning of severe storms for several parts of South Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to SAWS, harsh conditions are expected from Thursday, 30 April, with the North West, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape and Free State among the provinces most at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The weather service warned that a significant upper-air system is driving the deteriorating conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cA significant upper-air system (Cut-off Low) will drive the prevailing weather conditions, resulting in widespread rainfall of 40\u201390 mm,\u201d SAWS said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most serious impacts are expected in areas under a level six warning, including the western parts of the Free State and North West, as well as the northeastern parts of the Northern Cape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorities cautioned that the rainfall’s intensity could lead to severe consequences. This rainfall is expected to cause significant impacts, including localised flooding and disruption to normal activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Damage or loss of infrastructure, settlements (formal and informal), property, vehicles, livelihood and livestock should also be expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
South Africans should also be aware of travel disruptions (including route obstructions) and road accidents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A level four warning has also been issued for the central parts of North West, the central and eastern Free State, and the central interior of the Northern Cape, where conditions are expected to be less severe but still dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
SAWS forecaster Moneiwa Singa urged residents in affected regions to remain vigilant and take safety precautions as the storms develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cMembers of the public are advised to exercise caution by observing driving safety precautions and reducing speed where necessary,\u201d Singa said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAvoid flooded roads and low-lying areas, and refrain from seeking shelter under trees or tall objects during storms.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe South African Weather Service will continue to monitor conditions closely and will issue updates as necessary on its platforms.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nExperts have warned that the cold and wet conditions could also increase the risk of damage to homes and infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n