Monday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms to hit Free State, Gauteng and North West
The South African Weather Service has issued severe weather warnings, including an Orange Level 6 alert for thunderstorms in the Free State. Residents in several provinces are advised to prepare for potential flooding, damaging winds, and lightning.
Why it matters
Timely weather warnings are critical for public safety and disaster preparedness in regions prone to severe storm activity.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued an Orange Level 6 warning for severe thunderstorms across parts of the Free State on Monday, with the potential for flooding, damaging winds and hail.
The SAWS has also issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms, with possible damage to structures, falling trees and lightning-related fires across parts of Gauteng, Mpumalanga, North West, and Northern Cape.
Yellow level 2 & Orange level 6 warning: Severe thunderstorms Affected area: Central interior Validity period: 06 - 07 September 2026 #saws #weatheroutlook #southafricanweather pic.twitter.com/aVQeefEx21
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