Date: 2025-11-14 15:19:12

EThekwini Weather Warning Alert For Saturday

ETHEKWINI NEWSFLASH

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ETHEKWINI WEATHER WARNING ALERT FOR SATURDAY 

EThekwini Municipality urges residents to remain vigilant and take proactive safety measures following a Level 2 severe thunderstom warning issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS) for tomorrow, 15 November.

The forecast model indicates level 2 severe thunderstom will be accompanied heavy downpours, damaging winds, excessive lightning  and large amount of small hails   across KwaZulu-Natal tomorrow, continuing into the evening.

This warning includes the eThekwini region.  

Widespread showers and thunderstorms may result in the flooding of roads, bridges, and settlements, poor driving conditions and the destruction of mud-based houses as well as the disruption of essential services. 

There could also be danger to life due to fast-flowing streams of water.

Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and maintain a safe following distance while driving on wet roads.   

The Municipality’s Disaster Management Directorate and emergency services are on standby and are monitoring forecasts. 

This alert remains subject to change. The SAWS will update the warning accordingly.

The City advises residents to exercise caution, to stay indoors, and to avoid traveling, unless absolutely necessary. 

The public is urged to move live stock and cars to safe sheltered areas as there maybe flying debris. 

Residents living in flood-prone areas, including informal settlements are advised to take the necessary safety precautions.

The public is reminded to not cross swollen rivers and streams.                                                  

In case of an emergency, the public can contact the City’s Disaster Management Centre on 031 361 0000. 

ENDS

Issued by eThekwini Municipality’s Marketing and Communications Directorate.