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Arctic storms claim 14 lives across US as extreme weather intensifies
Devastating winter storms have claimed 14 lives across the US, as Arctic temperatures plunge to a dangerous -51°C in some regions.
Weekend Storm Alert: Heavy rains and high winds forecast
Brace for severe weather this weekend as a strong weather system moves across South Africa, with heavy rainfall and winds over 80 km/h forecasted to affect multiple regions.
Cape Town faces massive power outages after storms
City electricity teams are working tirelessly to restore power after severe storms caused widespread outages. Residents are advised to report any faults through official channels and to unplug high-power appliances to aid in faster restoration.
Fire and floods: Fire warnings issued for KZN as Western Cape gets flooded
In contrast, the Western Cape is dealing with the aftermath of significant rainfall and flooding as an Antarctic conveyor belt of weather patterns bash the region.
Gauteng braces for cold week as SA Weather Service warns of chilly temperatures
The South African Weather Service (SAWS), has warned Gauteng residents to stay warm as the province is expected to experience coldest weather for the rest of the week, following the cold spell which struck on Monday.
Climate crisis puts 70% of workers at risk, says ILO report
Climate change is endangering the health of billions of workers globally, with excessive heat causing almost 19,000 work-related deaths each year, according to the International Labour Organisation
Hail storm wreaks havoc in Centurion, Cullinan and other parts of Tshwane
Tshwane Emergency Services said in two separate locations in Cullinan, residents experienced flooding and damage to property.
Cape Storm: South Africans urged to stop spreading old videos and misinformation on storm chaos
Eagle-eyed social media users said a video being circulated was not shot in South Africa, and definitely wasn’t shot during the Cape Storm.
LOOK: Aftermath of the Cape storm in pictures
The Cape provinces in South Africa was at this weekend hit by severe torrential rain and gale winds, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
Journalist and his wife in near death experience during Western Cape storm
Renowned South African sports writer Kevin McCallum and his wife Keri-anne Stanton almost died on Monday, after the car they tried to escape the floods in was washed away. Had it not been for a tree, they would not be alive.
LOOK: Freddy returns with a bang, may be longest-lasting cyclone in recorded history
Freddy developed off the North Australian coast and became a named storm on February 6 this year, before crossing the entire South Indian Ocean and making landfall in Madagascar and then in Mozambique.
Weather conditions a threat to many schools, Northern Cape school damaged by severe storm
According to the department, six classrooms including desks, windows and chairs were extensively damaged. The roof and ceiling of the school block were completely ripped off.
WATCH: Santam helps communities manage risk
Santam is stepping in to assist schools and municipalities with disaster and fire risk management support.