EThekwini weather warning alert for Thursday and Friday
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Date: 2025-03-12 11:14:54

EThekwini weather warning alert for Thursday and Friday

ETHEKWINI NEWSFLASH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
11 MARCH 2025
 
ETHEKWINI WEATHER WARNING ALERT FOR THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 

 
The public is urged to take note of a weather warning issued today, 11 March, by the South African Weather Services (SAWS). 
 
The forecast model indicates a level 2 disruptive rain with widespread showers and thundershowers across KwaZulu-Natal between Thursday, 13 March from 12am until Friday, 14 March around 12am. 
 
This warning includes the eThekwini region.  
 
These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by disruptive rain leading to localised flooding. 
 
Models are indicating high likelihood for heavy rains over the eastern parts where significant impacts can be expected. 
 
This warning may result in the flooding of roads and settlements, poor driving conditions, damage to infrastructure, and the destruction of mud-based houses. 
 
Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution and maintain a safe following distance while driving on wet roads.   
 
The Municipality’s Disaster Management and emergency services are on standby and are monitoring the forecasts. 
 
This alert remains subject to change and the SAWS will update the warning accordingly tomorrow, 12 March, if all is still on track. 
 
The City advises residents to exercise caution, to stay indoors if possible, and to avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary. The public is reminded to not attempt to cross rivers and streams.   
                                                                                   
In cases of emergencies, the public can contact the City’s temporary emergency number on 031 322 4457.
 
ENDS
Issued by eThekwini Municipality’s Communications Unit.