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Storms and heavy rain are expected to cause disruptions in several provinces, with authorities warning of possible flooding. File PhotoThe South African Weather Service has issued a yellow level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms set to sweep across several provinces on Thursday and Friday, raising concerns about potential damages and safety hazards.
Residents of the Northern Cape, Free State, North West, Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo are urged to prepare as these storms are expected to bring heavy rains and strong damaging winds. SAWS predicts that localised flooding may occur in susceptible areas, impacting roads, bridges, and dirt paths. In contrast, parts of the Western Cape and Northern Cape face an extreme fire danger warning, compounding the challenges presented by unpredictable weather conditions.following heavy rains on Tuesday and Wednesday.they are: Zondeni Gcabashe, 60, Lucia Ndobongo, 56, Snokhanyo Dingiswayo, 16, Anathi Dingiswayo, 11, and Lethu Dingiswayo, 5.
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