The fierce cut-off low weather system is responsible for the current extreme cold weather and heavy rainfall which has caused havoc in some part of the country. The NDMC has set all disaster management partners on an alert mode to enable a swift response in the event where heavy rainfall results into more flash floods. Limpopo, Western Cape, Gauteng and Free State provinces already have their joint operating centres activated and are closely monitoring the situation on the ground to assist people affected by flash floods.
The latest reports from provinces indicate that there have been no fatalities or injuries as a direct result of the current extreme cold and rainy weather.
The Tshamahansi village in Mogalakwena Municiaplity was affected by the strong winds which resulted to seven households, 30 people, two shops and four houses being affected. The Provincial Disaster Management Centre, Red Cross and municipality in the province have distributed blankets and food parcels to affected people.
Pixley ka Seme District Municipality has experienced strong winds which have blown off the roofs of 13 houses and one school. There are, however, no injuries or fatalities reported and the municipality will provide the tents to the affected.
There are no major incidents reported from other provinces as a direct result of the cut-off low pressure weather system which is causing the current flash floods and cold weather.
Issued by the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA).