The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has forecasted extremely hot temperatures in several provinces over the weekend as the heatwave kicks in.
Heatwave conditions will persist until Monday with temperatures hitting 40°C in some regions.
“Heatwave with persistently high temperatures is expected over Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, Free State, except the western and southern parts, and the eastern parts of the North West from Saturday (2 November 2024) until Monday.”
Cooler temperatures are expected on Tuesday with some regions dropping down to 25°C.
Heatwave to persist this weekend up until Monday
Johannesburg Emergency Services (EMS) spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi said residents should be aware of the adverse effects that may result from extended exposure to extreme heat conditions.
“Extremely hot temperatures expected in most parts of the City of Johannesburg over this weekend,” he said as per The Citizen.
“Residents are urged to stay hydrated, drink lots of water and stay away from direct sunlight between 11:00 and 15:00.”
“Those who are working directly in the sunlight are urged to take regular breaks and the elderly who are on medication to stay in cool areas because exposure to this extremely hot temperatures can lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke,“ Mulaudzi said.
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