Damaging WINDS expected in parts of Durban

EThekwini Municipality has cautioned its residents about damaging winds expected in parts of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal today, Monday, 10 July.

ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY WARNS DURBAN RESIDENTS

The South African Weather Services notified of a cold front which started yesterday, Sunday, 9 July and moves over today.

It is reported that it will result in damaging winds and waves.

“This may result in localised disruption.”

EThekwini Municipality

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“Residents are urged to take the necessary precautions and avoid outdoor fires. Motorists are urged to be extra cautious when driving,” eThekwini Municipality warned.

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DAMAGING WINDS EMERGENCY LINE

“The City’s emergency teams are on high alert to monitor the situation.
For emergencies, contact our call centre number on 031 361 0000,” eThekwini Municipality advised.

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This as Durban slowly recovers from the devastating flash floods and tornado that hit parts of the city last month.
At least seven people died following the tornado and flash floods that gutted the province.

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KZN COGTA ANNOUNCES DURBAN FATALITIES

In Durban, the deaths were recorded as follows: two in Cato Manor, one in Durban North, one in Pinetown, and two bodies were recovered in Bayhead on Tuesday afternoon.

The number of fatalities remains at one in the Ugu District, specifically in Port Shepstone. Furthermore, seven individuals were still reported as missing, and dedicated search and rescue teams continued their efforts to locate and assist them.

KZN MEC for COGTA, Honorable Bongiwe Sithole-Moloi, has extended her deepest condolences to all the affected families. MEC Sithole-Moloi emphasised that the government is fully committed to restoring the dignity of the victims and providing the necessary support to help them rebuild their lives.

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