Severe weather set to hit Northern Cape, Free State, North West, KwaZulu-Natal, and Eastern Cape on April 8—residents urged to prepare for storms, flooding, and infrastructure damage.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued high-impact weather warnings for Tuesday, 8 April 2025, as severe thunderstorms, localised flooding, and infrastructure damage are forecast in multiple provinces. The latest weather alerts signal the start of an intense weather system affecting parts of the Northern Cape, Free State, North West, KwaZulu-Natal, and Eastern Cape.
Residents in affected areas are urged to take urgent precautions as the country braces for potential flooding, power outages, road disruptions, and damage to homes, vehicles, and livestock.
⚠️ Impact-Based Weather Warnings: What You Need to Know
Yellow Level 4 Warning
Areas:
- Northern Cape
- Western North West
- Free State
Expected Impacts:
- Widespread thunderstorms with heavy rainfall
- Possible flooding of informal and formal settlements
- Damage to infrastructure, roads, and power lines
- Threat to livelihoods, crops, and livestock
Yellow Level 2 Warning
Areas:
- Southern KwaZulu-Natal
- Northern and extreme western Eastern Cape
Expected Impacts:
- Localised flooding of roads, bridges, and low-lying areas
- Storm-related damage to property and vehicles
- Dangerous driving conditions due to wet and slippery roads
🌦️ Provincial Weather Forecast – Tuesday, 8 April 2025
Gauteng:
- Cloudy and cool, becoming partly cloudy in the north
- Isolated afternoon thundershowers
- UVB index: Very High – Apply sunscreen and limit direct sun exposure
Mpumalanga:
- Morning fog along the escarpment
- Partly cloudy and cool to warm with isolated showers, hot in the Lowveld
Limpopo:
- Foggy central morning conditions
- Warm and partly cloudy, isolated showers in the south, hot in Lowveld
North West:
- Cloudy and cool to warm
- Widespread thunderstorms in the west, scattered in the east
Free State:
- Cloudy with cool to warm temperatures
- Widespread showers and thunderstorms, with flooding risks in western parts
Northern Cape:
- Morning coastal fog
- Cloudy and cool to warm with widespread thundershowers in the southeast and northeast
- Moderate northwesterly coastal winds
Western Cape:
- Fog along western and southwestern coasts
- Cloudy and cool with scattered to widespread showers along the south coast and interior
Eastern Cape (Western Half):
- Cloudy and warm with widespread showers and thundershowers, especially in the north
Eastern Cape (Eastern Half):
- Morning fog inland
- Cloudy and warm with scattered showers, widespread in the north
KwaZulu-Natal:
- Morning fog in interior regions
- Partly cloudy and warm, cooler in the southwest
- Scattered thundershowers, especially in the south
- UVB index: Very High – Avoid sun exposure where possible
🛑 Safety Precautions for Residents in Affected Areas
- Avoid crossing flooded roads, bridges, or rivers – water levels can rise quickly.
- Charge phones and keep torches and batteries handy in case of power cuts.
- Anchor or store loose outdoor items to prevent wind damage.
- Stay indoors during lightning storms and unplug electronic appliances.
- Limit travel and check road conditions before setting out.
Emergency services and disaster risk units in affected provinces are on high alert and will closely monitor conditions.
📢 Stay Informed & Updated
The public is encouraged to keep an eye on official SAWS updates via their website and social media pages. Radio stations and local municipalities will also issue safety alerts as conditions develop.
For live updates and weather warnings, visit: www.weathersa.co.za
✅ Final Word: Be Prepared
With warnings in place for five provinces, South Africans are advised to treat this weather alert with caution. Whether you’re in the city or rural areas, your awareness and preparation could help prevent serious injury, damage, or loss.
Play it safe, Mzansi. Share this update with loved ones and stay dry.
Check out: Today’s Weather Forecast – 8 April 2025
