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Severe weather warning leads to localised flooding in Cape Town
Localised flooding in Cape Town prompts urgent warnings from the City’s Disaster Operation Centre as heavy rains cause chaos.
Severe weather warning: Localised flooding hits Cape Town
The City’s Disaster Operation Centre reports localised flooding due to morning downpours, urging the public to remain vigilant and report emergencies.
Homes submerged and livelihoods lost: Bloemhof flood crisis deepens
Unprecedented floods have wreaked havoc in Bloemhof, leaving families devastated and homes underwater. As communities struggle to recover, frustrations grow over the government's response
Mudslides in Umlazi: Households face relocation amid disaster response
Following devastating mudslides in Umlazi Township, KwaZulu-Natal, 56 households are set to be relocated to Temporary Emergency Accommodation as authorities respond to the destruction caused by recent heavy rains.
Rain check: Kruger National Park urges visitors to stay safe after flooding
South African National Parks (SANParks) issues a travel advisory for visitors to Kruger National Park, urging caution due to flooding at the Balule low water bridge.
KZN floods wreak havoc, claiming one life and injuring many
Severe flooding in KZN has tragically claimed one life and left numerous individuals injured, as communities grapple with the aftermath of relentless rain and destruction.
KZN Cogta MEC Buthelezi extends condolences following woman's tragic drowning in Ncamndane River
KZN MEC Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi expresses deep condolences to the family of a woman who tragically drowned in the Ncamndane River, raising urgent safety concerns as adverse weather conditions threaten lives in KwaZulu-Natal.
eThekwini Municipality prepares for storms as flood recovery continues
As KwaZulu-Natal faces another round of heavy rainfall, the scars of the April 2022 floods still linger in eThekwini. This article explores the municipality's preparations, the ongoing challenges faced by flood victims, and the urgent need for improved infrastructure maintenance
Durban's rainfall exceeds annual average just four months into 2025
Durban has experienced an extraordinary deluge, surpassing its annual rainfall total within just four months of 2025, raising concerns for public safety and infrastructure.
Severe thunderstorms and heavy downpours forecasted across South Africa
The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms and heavy downpours across various provinces.
Torrential rains threaten Cape Town with widespread flooding
With torrential rains hitting the metro, Cape Town's Disaster Operations Centre warns residents of potential flooding and offers crucial tips for preparation.
Residents near Vaal Dam advised to evacuate as water levels rise
The Department of Water and Sanitation has issued an urgent evacuation notice for residents living within the floodline of the Vaal River due to rising water levels from the Vaal Dam.
Disaster relief | Minister Hlabisa allocates R1. 44 billion to rebuild flood-hit communities
Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has announced a R1. 44 billion allocation to provinces for disaster relief following recent floods, winds and wildfires that have claimed 40 lives nationwide. The funds will support immediate relief efforts and reconstruction of damaged infrastructure across affected communities.
Severe thunderstorms expected in KwaZulu-Natal: Yellow Level warning issued
Severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and heavy rainfall are set to hit KwaZulu-Natal this Sunday, prompting the South African Weather Service to issue a Yellow Level Warning. Residents are urged to prepare and stay safe.
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for KwaZulu-Natal
Saws is warning of severe thunderstorms for most areas of KwaZulu-Natal.
Durban woman's desperate SOS to husband as her vehicle sank in a river
Tragedy struck in Durban as pharmacist Vanitha Jeawon made a desperate call to her husband for help while her vehicle was swept away by floodwaters in the Umbilo River, leading to a heartbreaking search and rescue mission.
Community mourns: Vanitha Jeawon, mother of twins, loses life in Pinetown flood
She was a good wife and a dedicated mother
Urgent overhaul needed for South Africa's disaster management system following fatal flooding in KZN
Frequent flooding incidents in KwaZulu-Natal have prompted the South African Local Government Association to call for an urgent overhaul of the country's disaster management system, following a tragic incident where a woman lost her life.
KwaZulu-Natal authorities launch mop-up operations after devastating storms
KwaZulu-Natal disaster management teams have launched extensive clean-up operations after deadly storms left a trail of destruction across the province, claiming one life and causing widespread flooding in the eThekwini Metro.
Severe weather in Durban: Two vehicles reported washed away in Pinetown
Torrential rains in KwaZulu-Natal have led to severe flooding in Pinetown, resulting in two cars being swept away and raising emergency alerts for motorists.
Prepare for heavy rain: Essential tips for homeowners facing Orange Level 6 warning
Discover essential flood precautions to safeguard your home and family during the Orange Level 6 warning in KwaZulu-Natal.
Cyclone Jude kills six people in Mozambique
The latest cyclone to hit northern Mozambique has claimed at least six lives and destroyed more than 900 homes, authorities said Wednesday, as the storm weakened.
Hlabisa urges immediate action for flood victims in Kwa-Zulu Natal
Over the past month, devastating floods across KZN have claimed the lives of more than 20 individuals and left over 200 others displaced.
KZN's disaster response: a call for accountability and action
Residents have been faced with poor drainage systems and weak infrastructure
Fears mount as three children vanish in Gauteng flood waters
An extensive multi-agency search operation is desperately trying to locate three children who disappeared during devastating flash floods in Pretoria's Sunnyside area.