Flash flood warning as rain persists in Gauteng
The South African Weather Services (SAWS) is anticipating road flooding in some parts of Gauteng on Monday due to the persistent rainfall experienced since the beginning of last week.
In Ekurhuleni, the city`s Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS) are on high alert and are warning residents and motorists that roads across the City are slippery and flooding imminent.
"Some roads are having potholes filled with rainwater and it's very difficult to identify. Deep and large potholes may and can lead to fatal crashes," said Ekurhuleni DEMS' William Ntladi.
"Keeping following distances and adhering to speed limits can save lives. Drivers should check their vehicles' tyres, wipers, and lights before traveling to prevent accidents from happening. By so doing, lives could be saved."
Communities in low-lying areas have been advised to be on high alert.
"The ground is saturated, and any drizzle experienced may result in flooding. The tendency of crossing water streams using an inappropriate route, such as water pipes erected across those streams is, a dangerous practice which could lead to drowning," said Ntladi. .
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In Tshwane, a low-water bridge at Capital Park in Pretoria and a low-water bridge at Rabie and End Streets in Centurion are closed due to flooding.
Tshwane Emergency Services are on scene monitoring the situation.
Tshwane EMS said in a statement road users should not attempt to cross the said low water bridges and any other stream where the water has swelled above normal. They should rather use alternative routes.