Heatwave conditions are expected to continue up until Tuesday.
While the capital, Kimberley reached a high of 37 degrees on Sunday, Upington was just shy of forty at 39 degrees.Two years ago, five farm workers in the Kakamas area died from heatstroke.
“I think the best way to end it is just to relax in your pool have a nice and easy day try lots of sunscreen stay hydrated with some water or maybe something else cold beverage just put sunscreen on and relax,” says Whitley Jossie, resident. Health professionals advise people to avoid direct sunlight, to stay hydrated and to seek medical assistance if they show symptoms of heat stroke.
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