Heatwave expected from TODAY in most parts of SA

A HEATWAVE is expected TODAY in most parts of South Africa.

HEATWAVE EXPECTED FROM TODAY IN MOST PARTS OF SA

According to the South African Weather Service (SAWS), a heat wave with persistently high temperatures is expected: 

• over the southern parts of Gauteng,
• eastern parts of the North West, 
• eastern parts of the Free State, and 
• the north-eastern parts of the Eastern Cape province

 from Wednesday until Friday.

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A heat wave with persistently high temperatures is expected over the southern parts of Gauteng, eastern parts of the North West, eastern parts of the Free State and the north-eastern parts of the Eastern cape province from Wednesday until Friday. KEEP COOL AND HYDRATED. pic.twitter.com/x0k5F7Cq1C

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) October 3, 2023

A heat wave with persistently high temperatures is expected over the southern parts of Gauteng, eastern parts of the North West, eastern parts of the Free State and the north-eastern parts of the Eastern cape province from Wednesday until Friday. KEEP COOL AND HYDRATED. pic.twitter.com/x0k5F7Cq1C— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) October 3, 2023

HEAT-INDUCED THUNDERSTORMS ARE EXPECTED AFTER THE HEATWAVE

According to The Weather Hooligan Juandre Vorster, heat-induced thunderstorms are expected after the heatwave. 

“Heat-induced thunderstorms are expected from Sunday in the Western Cape and Gauteng.” Vorster said.

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HERE ARE FIVE TIPS FOR SURVIVING A HEATWAVE:

• Use box fans and ceiling fans to promote air circulation throughout your home. Opening doors in the house and using box fans to push hot air outdoors can function as an “exhaust” system and draw cooler evening air into the house. In the cooler evenings, open all windows and promote as much air circulation as possible. When the sun rises, close all doors and windows, making sure to close curtains and blinds as well, to keep the indoors cool for as long as possible. When the outside air cools to a lower temperature than inside (usually in the evenings or at night), open up the windows and turn on the fans again.
• Take advantage of the cooling power of water. Fill buckets or basins and soak your feet. Wet towels and bandannas can have a cooling effect when worn on the shoulders or head. Take cool showers or baths, and consider using a spray bottle filled with cold water for refreshing spritzes throughout the day.
• Head downstairs. Since hot air rises, the upper stories of a home will be warmer than the ground floor. A basement can be a cool refuge from the midday heat.
• Eliminate extra sources of heat. Incandescent light bulbs can generate unnecessary heat, as can computers or appliances left running. Eat fresh foods that do not require you to use the oven or stove to prepare.
• Remember to maintain an adequate level of hydration, which means you’ll need to consume more water than you usually do when it’s hot. If you’re sweating profusely, you will also need to replace electrolytes by eating a small amount of food with your water or by drinking specially-formulated electrolyte replacement drinks. Thirst is the first sign of dehydration; you should drink sufficient amounts of fluids before you feel thirsty in order to prevent dehydration.

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