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File: Rain drops hitting the roof of a house.
The City of Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services says it is on high alert following heavy downpours that affected parts of the metro over the weekend and into Monday morning.
While no life-threatening incidents have been reported so far, emergency teams remain on standby to respond to any developments.
Rescue and aquatic units have been placed on alert as a precautionary measure.
Ekurhuleni EMS spokesperson William Ntladi has urged residents, motorists and pedestrians to exercise caution amid the severe thunderstorm conditions.
“Motorists should keep enough following distance. Motorists to ensure that their vehicles are roadworthy. Pedestrians to be cautious when crossing flooded water streams or use alternative routes if bridges are submerged under water. Residents residing along floodlines should be cautious for any possible flooding.”
SA Weather Report | 02 March 2026
Meanwhile, disaster management teams have been deployed to the uPhongolo Local Municipality on the northern KwaZulu-Natal where a storm has caused massive destruction to critical infrastructure.
A level 2 warning was issued by the South African Weather Service for thunderstorms accompanied by hail and damaging winds.
Spokesperson for the Provincial Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Senzelwe Mzila.
“During the storm trees were uprooted and caused severe damage to both public and private infrastructure. This team that has been deployed by the MEC is currently conducting assessments in the uPhongolo area, specifically areas that are surrounding the CBD. The MEC is continuing to appeal to residents across the province to continue to be vigilant as the inclement weather conditions are expected to continue across the province.”
Yellow level 2 warning: Severe Thunderstorms
Area: KwaZulu Natala
Valid: 28 February 2026#saws #Warning pic.twitter.com/1chMbkinV6— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) February 28, 2026
