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IOL News
03-07-2025
- Climate
- IOL News
Disaster Risk Management squares up for next frontal system
The SA Weather Service (SAWS) issued a warning for yellow level 4 disruptive rainfall this coming weekend. Image: File As the SA Weather Service (SAWS) issued a warning for yellow level 4 disruptive rainfall this coming weekend, the City's Disaster Risk Management Centre will once again coordinate emergency responses to any impacts brought about by the forecast. The forecast is from Friday into Sunday. Among the potential impacts are localised flooding of roads and settlements and saturation of waterways. "We have alerted our NGO partners who will provide humanitarian assistance where needed," said Disaster Risk Management Centre spokesperson, Sonica Lategan. "We ask that residents please address any issues on their properties to mitigate the risk of localised flooding. Also, please log service requests for any City-related services so that these can be assigned to the relevant departments." Motor vehicle accidents tend to soar during heavy rains. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Lategan said the safety of City staff members will also be considered. "The rate of assessment and action can be slowed by prevailing weather conditions, and we also have to consider the safety of staff members. If required, our Disaster Coordinating Committee will convene to coordinate responses where needed. However, I do want to appeal to the public to help ease the load where possible. For example, motor vehicle accidents tend to soar during wet weather spells, eating into available enforcement and emergency resources. Do your bit and employ driving tactics that are appropriate for the road conditions." The City's donation drop-off points are the following fire stations: Constantia, Goodwood, Hout Bay, Lakeside, Roeland Street, Strand and Wynberg. Donors can also email for collection. Anyone wishing to assist can donate clothing for all ages, non-perishable food items like rice, maize meal, tinned fish, tinned beans and baby formula, as well as personal hygiene items. Get your news on the go, click here to join the Cape Argus News WhatsApp channel. Cape Argus
The South African
03-07-2025
- Climate
- The South African
Cape Town faces a level 4 rainfall warning this weekend
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a yellow Level 4 warning for disruptive rainfall in Cape Town, set to begin on Friday, 4 July, and last through Sunday, 6 July. Local authorities have activated emergency protocols to prepare for flooding and infrastructure disruptions. The City's Disaster Risk Management Centre has taken charge of coordinating the municipal response to the expected heavy rainfall. 'The Disaster Risk Management Centre will once again coordinate the City's response to any impacts brought about by the forecast,' said spokesperson Sonica Lategan. She added that NGO partners had been notified to offer humanitarian assistance where needed. Residents are advised to inspect their properties for potential flood risks and to log any service-related issues for attention. Flooding is expected to impact roads, informal settlements, and waterways, particularly in low-lying areas. Authorities are calling on the public to play their part in minimising rainfall disruptions. 'Motor vehicle accidents tend to soar during wet weather spells, eating into available enforcement and emergency resources. Do your bit and employ driving tactics that are appropriate for the road conditions,' said Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, Alderman JP Smith. Smith also encouraged residents to support relief efforts. 'Our NGO partners do sterling work under trying conditions… If you are by the means, please lend a hand,' he said. The city shared key tips to reduce flood damage, including avoiding construction in low-lying areas, raising floor levels, sealing roofs and walls, and using sandbags or trenches to divert water. Residents are also urged to keep stormwater drains clear to reduce water buildup. While officials promise swift responses to weather-related issues, they warned that adverse conditions could delay action. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
20-05-2025
- Climate
- The South African
Flooding warning: Heavy rain wrecks havoc on Cape Town roads
As two cold frontal systems make their way through the Western Cape, there have been numerous reports of flooding across the province. According to City's MMC for Safety and Security, JP Smith, the City's Disaster Risk Management (DRM) teams are monitoring low-lying areas across the Mother City. The devastation is particularly bad in the 'Deep South' in areas like Fish Hoek and Ocean View. As per reports: Kommetjie Road flooded at Peach Pip farm stall and further on towards Ocean View by Fish Eagle Park (motorists are driving in on-coming lane to avoid flooding) Sun Valley side of Ou Kaapse Weg flooded at the intersection of Chapman's Peak Road extension Image: Deep South Report Image: Deep South Report Traffic backed up on Ou Kaapse Weg, direction Westlake (allow for extra travel time) Image: Deep South Report For any incidents, contact the Disaster Risk Management Centre on 107 / 080 911 4357 or disaster@ Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
