Pretoria Main Road closed off due to flooding: Here’s the latest
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has temporarily closed Pretoria Main Road at the corner of Watt Avenue in Region E after flooding caused by a blocked stormwater inlet.
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Flash flooding NYC: Videos capture chaos as torrential rains drench the East Coast
Flash flooding in NYC caused major disruption on Thursday, with social media videos showing dramatic scenes of stranded trains, flooded roads and overwhelmed commuters.
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Eastern Cape provincial government strengthens oversight in flood-affected areas
A total of R5.04 billion is the estimated cost to repair damaged infrastructure.
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Eastern Cape warned to brace for second round of extreme weather
The SA Weather Service has issued warnings for another cold front in the Eastern Cape, with damaging winds, snow, and dangerous sea conditions expected.
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Mthatha floods death toll rises after discovery of a teen’s body
The discovery of a 15-year-old boy’s body in Mthatha has raised the Eastern Cape floods death toll to 95, with search efforts still underway.
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Eastern Cape floods death toll climbs to 88
The death toll from severe flooding in the Eastern Cape has reached 88 as rescue efforts continue and officials clarify the dam’s limitations.
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Mthatha floods: Nine bodies recovered as rescue efforts continue
Flooding in Mthatha has killed nine people after a school transport bus was swept away, and search efforts are ongoing amid weather-related damage across the Eastern Cape.
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Flooding incidents in Ghana’s capital are on the rise. Researchers chase the cause
Ghana’s president, John Dramani Mahama, has established a task force to find ways of improving flood resilience in the country.
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Flash floods trigger no-go zones for these parts of Johannesburg
Flash floods have hit parts of Johannesburg, leading to bridge closures and a severe weather warning as emergency teams work to manage rising water levels.
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Durban torrential weather claims two lives as rescue efforts continue
Two people have died in KwaMakhuta after heavy rains triggered a mudslide, while floods and infrastructure damage continue to impact Durban and surrounding areas.
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Flood alert: Up to 50mm of heavy rain expected in these parts of South Africa this week
The South African Weather Service has issued a flood alert, warning of up to 50mm of rain in these provinces this week.
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City of Joburg issues list of roads affected by flooding
According to the Joburg Roads Agency, routes on and around low-lying bridges were inaccessible due to floods.
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eThekwini Municipality clears the air on M19 pipe burst
In addition to addressing the pipeline break, eThekwini’s emergency team is evaluating the impact on nearby informal settlements, which bore the brunt of the flooding.
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Nelson Mandela Bay floods: Residents trapped in torrential conditions
Torrential floods in Nelson Mandela Bay have displaced scores of residents, with emergency services racing to rescue those trapped in the metro.
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Mamelodi residents threaten relocated flood victims
The Nellmapius Extension 4 residents say they weren’t consulted about the move and demand that the flood victims be removed in three months.
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Chatsworth floods: Gift of the Givers launches rescue operations
The cold front approaching Cape Town contributed to the flooding, with the dam walls giving way and inundating the surrounding areas.
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Flooding forces road closures on these Citrusdal routes on Monday, 29 July 2024
Severe flooding has forced road closures in Citrusdal on Monday, 29 July 2024, impacting several key routes.
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WCED extends closure for schools in these parts of Cape Town
The closure is due to extensive rainfall that has caused widespread road damage and flooding, impacting school transport routes and making travel hazardous.
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Cape Town floods leave a trail of devastation across metro [video]
Floods in Cape Town have caused significant damage, leading to the closure of traffic department offices and the shutdown of clinics.
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Eastern Cape floods claim more lives, weather forecast for Tuesday, 4 June 2024
Thousands of residents have been evacuated, and emergency operations are ongoing to ensure the safety of those still at risk.
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Eastern Cape floods: Latest updates, road closures, weather forecast
Two people have died, and several others are missing due to severe flooding in the Eastern Cape.
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DXB warns travellers to stay away from Dubai airport amid raging floods
Travellers are urged to avoid Dubai International Airport due to severe thunderstorms that have disrupted flights and caused extensive flooding.
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Watch: Margate floods leave a trail of devastation [video]
Margate grapples with the aftermath of sudden flooding. Videos show extensive damage to infrastructure as residents and local authorities respond.
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Centurion floods: Road closures to take note of on Tuesday, 9 April 2024
Persistent rainfall in Centurion has led to significant flooding, resulting in multiple road closures.
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Flash floods leave trails of devastation in these parts of Mpumalanga [video]
Middelburg and other regions in Mpumalanga faced devastation from flash floods caused by heavy rains and hail, on Wednesday.
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September floods declared a national disaster
According to the latest figures from provincial Infrastructure Department, 22 roads remain closed as repairs are prioritised for roads that connect communities and vital for economic activity.
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Weather warnings: Heavy rain, floods expected in these parts of SA on Monday, 16 October 2023
As South Africa steels itself for a tumultuous weather day, the array of warnings issued paints a concerning picture for numerous regions.
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Lagos Flash Floods: Torrential Weather Expected to Continue Into the Week
The Lagos flash floods resulted in blocked roads, leaving hundreds of motorists and passengers stranded.
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Deadly Durban floods: Rescuers on high alert as torrential weather wreaks havoc [video]
Rescuers remain on high alert as Durban floods continue to wreak havoc on Wednesday, 28 June 2023. Here’s everything you must know.
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Cape Town floods: Check out these pictures and videos [video]
This year’s Cape Town floods occurred earlier than expected, experts say.