Wednesday’s weather: Heavy rains, strong winds and fire danger
The South African Weather Service (Saws) has issued a yellow level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms in six provinces for Wednesday. Residents are urged to take precautions as heavy rains and strong winds are expected to impact various regions.
In addition to the storm warnings, fire danger conditions have been highlighted for parts of the country, with authorities advising against open-air fires due to the high risk of runaway blazes.
The public is advised to monitor local weather reports and follow instructions from disaster management officials during this period of volatile weather.
Several warnings remain in place as the country experiences a shift in weather patterns, with coastal areas also bracing for potential disruptions.