Severe thunderstorms with HAIL expected NOW in these parts of SA

Severe thunderstorms with hail and strong winds are expected NOW in these parts of South Africa. 

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS WITH HAIL AND STRONG WINDS EXPECTED 

The SA Weather Services (SAWS) said showers and thundershowers are expected on Tuesday over the central and eastern parts of the country but widespread in places over the south-eastern parts of the country. 

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“Temperatures are expected to drop over most parts of the country.” 

A HIGH-LEVEL 5 WARNING IS IN PLACE FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS

The SAWS issued a high-level 5 weather warning for the following parts of South Africa:  

• Ventersdorp/Tlokwe – Potch / Potchefstroom
• City of Matlosana / Klerksdorp
• Ngwathe / Ngwathe/Parys
• Maquassi Hills / Wolmaranstad
• City of Matlosana / Klerksdorp
• Nala / Khotsong/Bothaville
• Matjhabeng / Welkom
• Nketoana / Reitz
• Phumelela / Warden
• eMadlangeni / Utrecht
• Endumeni / Dundee/eNdumeni
• eDumbe / Paulpietersburg
• Abaqulusi / Vryheid/Abaqulusi
• uPhongolo
• Alfred Duma – Ladysmith / Ladysmith
• Msinga / Pomeroy
• Ulundi
• Nongoma
• Nkandla
• Maluti a Phofung / Van Reenen

The impacts of this warning include flooding of roads, low-lying bridges, and informal settlements.

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⛈️Weather outlook for Tomorrow 7 November 2023.Showers and thundershowers over the central and eastern parts of the country, but widespread in places over the south-eastern parts of the country . Temperatures expected to drop over most parts of the country. #southafricanweather pic.twitter.com/xD898xL4DW

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) November 6, 2023

HAIL, STRONG WINDS AND HEAVY DOWNPOURS ARE EXPECTED 

“If possible, stay indoors, away from metal objects. Do not seek shelter under trees or tall objects. Do not go fishing or play golf, as both the golf clubs and fishing rods are good conductors of electricity. 

“Be aware that any combination of hail, strong winds, and/or heavy downpours can accompany the storms.” SAWS

MORE WARNINGS ARE IN PLACE FOR OTHER PARTS OF THE COUNTRY 

Meanwhile, a level 2 weather warning for severe thunderstorms is also in place for the following parts on Tuesday: 

• Umhlabuyalingana / Mbazwana
• Mtubatuba / Riverview
• Big Five Hlabisa – Hluhluwe / Hluhluwe
• uMhlathuze / Richards Bay / Kwa Mbonambi
• uMlalazi / Eshowe
• KwaDukuza / KwaDukusa/Stanger
• Ethekwini / King Shaka Airport
• KwaDukuza / KwaDukusa/Stanger
• Okhahlamba / Royal National Park
• Inkosi Langalibalele – Escourt / Escourt
• Umvoti / Greytown
• Moses Kotane / Pilanesberg
• Local Municipality of Madibeng / Hartebeespoort
• Rustenburg
• Ventersdorp/Tlokwe / Ventersdorp
• Ditsobotla / Lichtenburg
• Tswaing / Ottosdal
• Mangaung – Naledi / Vryburg
• Greater Taung / Taung
• Tokologo / Tokologo/Dealesville
• Letsemeng / Koffiefontein
• Mangaung / Bloemfontein Airport
• Kopanong / Fauresmith
• Mohokare / Aliwal North
• Setsoto / Ficksburg
• Ramotshere Moiloa / Zeerust

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HERE ARE SAFETY TIPS FOR HAIL STORMS:

This can certainly be a traumatic experience depending on the size of the hailstones. As the saying goes, ‘prevention is better than cure  – it is better to be prepared than to suffer huge damage to your car and property. The following steps can be followed to minimise potential damage.

• Reduce speed and find shelter – By driving slowly, hail damage is minimised and reduces the risk of driving over slippery surfaces. If you are fortunate enough to be near a garage or an overhead bridge, park there until the storm is over. Do not park under trees, as falling branches could damage your car even further.
• Remain in your car – Remember that hailstones are extremely hard and heavy and, if large enough, can seriously hurt or even kill you.
• How to avoid severe damage to your car – Always keep a blanket or blankets in your car,  large enough to cover all areas exposed to hailstones.
• Face the hailstorm – It may be tempting to place the car’s rear into the oncoming hailstorm, but rather face the storm. The windscreen and headlights can withstand more significant impacts than side windows or tail lights. Be sure to park your car safely on the side of the road if no shelter is available.