The worst floods in decades have killed hundreds of people and destroyed bridges, dams, roads, homes and multi-story buildings. Hundreds of schools and other public facilities have been closed. (Sandile Ndlovu)
eThekwini's disaster management unit is on high alert after heavy rains that have been battering the city since the weekend.
The heavy rainfall has resulted in the flooding of certain roads and rising water levels. The water level in the river between Mega City in uMlazi and Lamontville is rising and communities along this river are cautioned to relocate to a safer place.
Rivers in Amawoti and Quarry Heights are also overflowing, and residents are advised to move to alternative accommodation.
Heavy rainfall has resulted in flooding of certain roads and rising water levels in some parts of KwaZulu-Natal. (Sandile Ndlovu)
Heavy rainfall has resulted in flooding of certain roads and rising water levels in some parts of KwaZulu-Natal. (Sandile Ndlovu)
Heavy rainfall has resulted in flooding of certain roads and rising water levels in some parts of KwaZulu-Natal. (Sandile Ndlovu)
eThekwini municipality said a cold front, accompanied by disruptive rain which may lead to localised flooding, was predicted for the weekend. File image (Sandile Ndlovu)
Heavy rainfall has resulted in flooding of certain roads and rising water levels in some parts of KwaZulu-Natal. (Sandile Ndlovu)
Heavy rainfall has resulted in flooding of certain roads and rising water levels in some parts of KwaZulu-Natal. (Sandile Ndlovu)
KZN authorities have appealed to communities to take note of weather warnings and respond to advice from authorities in the interest of their safety. File photo. (Sandile Ndlovu)
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