Eastern Cape authorities have been placed on high alert by activating their disaster readiness plans, due to severe weather warnings for most parts of the Province, particularly along the coast.
On Monday, the MEC for Safety, Zolile Williams said they have increased their level of preparedness to its highest in collaboration with the Municipal Disaster Management Centers.
Spokesperson Mamnkeli Ngam says they are ready to provide additional support, including school access, given the start of Matric exams.
He says they continue to monitor water levels and will be ready to evacuate anyone if required, and have also secured places of safety including relief support.
An Orange Level 6 warning for disruptive rain has been issued for the Amahlathi, Buffalo City Metro, Great Kei, Ingquza Hill, King Sabata Dalindyebo, Mbhashe, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, Mnquma, Nyandeni and Port St Johns municipalities for Monday while a Yellow Level 4 warning is in effect for Nelson Mandela Bay, Kouga, Sundays River Valley, Makana, Ndlambe and the Nqgushwa municipalities.
Weather outlook for Tuesday & Wednesday, 22 - 23 October 2024.#saws #weatheroutlook #southafricanweather pic.twitter.com/BwoUFXLvvE
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) October 20, 2024
#FloodAlert ?? Heavy rain, which may lead to flooding, are pouring down in Buffalo City.
— Buffalo City Metro Municipality (@OfficialBCMM) October 21, 2024
The rain is predicted up until Wednesday.
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The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) also urged motorists to heed to call and adjust their driving in response to adverse weather.
A spokesperson for the region, Mbulelo Peterson. says their routine maintenance teams are on standby to monitor any incidences that might affect their network.
Motorists are encouraged to monitor weather warnings and plan their trips accordingly to avoid unnecessary risk.
