Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms issued for parts of KZN

The South African Weather Service (Saws) has issued a Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms across several parts of KwaZulu-Natal from Friday at 1 pm until Saturday at 10.59 pm. The warning affects mainly western and interior areas including Abaqulusi, Alfred Duma Indaka, Alfred Duma – Ladysmith, Dannhauser, Dr N. Dlamini-Zuma -Underberg, eDumbe, eMadlangeni, Endumeni, Greater Kokstad, Impendle, Ingwe, Inkosi Langalibalele Estcourt, Inkosi Langalibalele Sobabili, Mpofana Giants Castle, Mpofana Mooi River, Msinga, Newcastle, Nkandla, Nongoma, Nquthu, Okhahlamba, Richmond, Msunduzi, Ubuhlebezwe, Ulundi, uMngeni, uMshwathi, uMuziwabantu, Umvoti, and Umzimkhulu, Saws urged residents to avoid low-lying roads and bridges, stay indoors during storms, and move vehicles and livestock to sheltered areas due to the risk of flooding and flying debris.

Authorities also warned of possible minor infrastructure damage, slippery roads and reduced visibility. Saws added that residents should avoid outdoor activities as lightning, hail and flooding may result in injuries and death. “If possible, stay indoors well clear of windows, shelter pets, and cover vehicles. Move livestock and cars to safe sheltered areas as there may be flying debris.”