Floods, snow and heavy rain expected as KZN residents urged to stay alert

Residents of KwaZulu-Natal are urged to prepare for heavy rain and potential flooding as severe weather warnings are issued.

KwaZulu-Natal residents have been urged to take severe weather warnings seriously as heavy rainfall, possible flooding and snowfall are expected to affect parts of the province on Monday and Tuesday.

Chairperson of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), Marlaine Nair, called on communities to remain vigilant and follow official weather advisories issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS) and disaster management authorities.

The warning comes amid forecasts of disruptive weather conditions that could threaten lives, damage property and place pressure on critical infrastructure across affected areas.

Nair stressed the importance of taking precautionary measures and avoiding unnecessary risks during hazardous weather conditions.