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The South African Weather Services (SAWS) has issued a level 4 warning of heavy rainfall that may lead to severe flooding in Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Gauteng today.
Communities are urged to avoid crossing rivers and overflowing streams.
Motorists who may find themselves trapped in the vehicle during a flood, are advised to abandon their vehicle and climb to a higher ground.
City of Johannesburg Emergency Services spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi says their teams are on standby for any eventuality.
“Our motorists are urged to exercise caution while driving, extend the following distance, and try and avoid crossing areas which might be flooded. From our side as the City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services, together with our specialised unit which responds to related emergencies, we remain on high alert, monitoring all seven regions of the city for any emergencies which might occur,” says Mulaudzi. –SABC NEWS
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