More HEAT, winds and veld fires expected in several areas in SA on Sunday

The SA Weather Services (SAWS) warned that HEATWAVE conditions, winds, and veld fires are expected on Sunday in these areas in South Africa. 

MORE HEAT, WINDS, AND VELD FIRES ARE EXPECTED ON SUNDAY

According to the SAWS, the conditions are expected until midnight on Sunday.

These areas will be affected by the HEATWAVE conditions: 

• Dawid Kruiper – Twee Rivieren / Twee Rivieren
• Dawid Kruiper – Upington / Upington
• Tsantsabane / Postmasburg
• Joe Morolong / Hotazel
• Kai !Garib / Augrabies Falls
• Tsantsabane / Postmasburg
• Dikgatlong / Barkly West
• Magareng / Warrenton
• Kgatelopele / Daniëlskuil
• !Kheis / Groblershoop
• Siyancuma / Griquastad
• Tokologo / Tokologo/Dealesville
• Masilonyana / Brandfort
• Maluti a Phofung / Van Reenen
• Mantsopa / Ladybrand
• Mangaung / Bloemfontein Airport
• Letsemeng / Koffiefontein
• Siyathemba / Prieska
• Khâi-Ma / Pofadder
• Nama Khoi / Springbok
• Kareeberg / VanWyksvlei

It warned that prolonged exposure to midday sun poses health risks such as dehydration and heatstroke.

“Stay hydrated. Seek shades/shelter. Work early morning and late afternoon, and avoid midday sun exposure.” 

A LEVEL 1 WARNING FOR DAMAGING WAVES WAS ISSUED

A level 1 warning for damaging waves was also issued for Sunday for these areas: 

• M_Richtersveld / Port Nolloth
• M_Nama Khoi / Kleinzee
• M_Kamiesberg / Hondeklip Bay
• M_Matzikama / Strandfontein
• M_Cederberg / Lamberts Bay
• M_Saldanha Bay / Saldanha Bay
• M_Table Bay / Table Bay
• M_City of Cape town / Cape Point
• M_Overstrand / Hermanus
• M_Cape Agulhas / Cape Agulhas 1

“Localised disruption to beachfront activities is possible. Coastal users and anglers on low-lying rocks are at risk of being caught off guard by high-energy waves and swept off to sea. Furthermore, small vessels and personal watercraft (kayaks) are at risk of taking on water and capsizing in a locality.” 

SAWS

The SAWS warned the public to be aware of large, unpredictable waves along the coast.

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LARGE UNPREDICTABLE WAVES ARE EXPECTED ALONG THE COAST

“Small vessels are advised to seek shelter in harbours, bays, or inlets.” 

Lastly, a warning for veld fire conditions was also issued for Sunday.

• Dawid Kruiper – Twee Rivieren / Twee Rivieren
• Dawid Kruiper – Upington / Upington
• Joe Morolong / Hotazel
• Tsantsabane / Postmasburg
• Ga-Segonyana / Kuruman
• Dikgatlong / Barkly West
• Kai !Garib / Augrabies Falls
• !Kheis / Groblershoop
• Siyancuma / Griquastad
• Letsemeng / Koffiefontein
• Mangaung / Bloemfontein Airport
• Kopanong / Fauresmith
• Mohokare / Aliwal North
• Renosterberg / Petrusville
• Thembelihle / Hopetown
• Siyathemba / Prieska
• Hantam / Calvinia
• Nama Khoi / Springbok
• Kamiesberg / Garies

The SAWS said conditions are such that the FDI index is above 75. 

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VELD FIRES ARE ALSO EXPECTED IN SEVERAL AREAS OF SA

“Under these conditions, fires may develop and spread rapidly, damaging property and possibly losing human and/or animal life.” 

SAWS

It warned that fire teams should be on standby.

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