Heatwave conditions expected TODAY in Gauteng

Heatwave conditions are expected TODAY in Gauteng. 

HEATWAVE CONDITIONS EXPECTED IN GAUTENG

According to VoxWeather forecaster Annette Botha, this is due to a high-pressure system bringing dry conditions across Gauteng, North West and parts of Southwestern Bushveld until FRIDAY. 

Meanwhile, the SA Weather Service (SAWS) warned that these conditions could cause heat exhaustion, heat stroke, dehydration, and the increased risk of veld fires.

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THIS COULD CAUSE HEAT EXHAUSTION AND DEHYDRATION

“Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, wear appropriate clothing, seek shade, check vulnerable Individuals, never leave children or pets in the vehicles, use cooling measures, stay well-nourished, and stay cool at night.” SAWS

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HERE ARE THE PARTS THAT WILL BE AFFECTED

These parts of South Africa will be affected by the heatwave conditions: 

• Ramotshere Moiloa / Zeerust
• Moses Kotane / Pilanesberg
• Local Municipality of Madibeng / Hartebeespoort
• City of Tshwane / Pretoria
• Kgetlengrivier / Koster
• Ditsobotla / Lichtenburg
• Ventersdorp/Tlokwe / Ventersdorp
• Mahikeng / Mafikeng
• City of Johannesburg / Johannesburg
• Ekurhuleni / Kempton park
• Rand West City – Westonaria / Westonaria
• Midvaal / Meyerton

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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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