Limpopo communities warned against strong winds weather

Communities in Limpopo have been urged to remain vigilant following a Yellow Level Two strong winds warning by the South African Weather Service [SAWS].

The weather alert is associated with strong winds conditions over the western and central parts of Limpopo for today, 14 September 2026.

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The SAWS has warned that possible impact of this inclement weather forecast could result in localized damage to settlements, both formal and informal, localized problems for high-sided vehicles on prone routes due to cross winds on exposed high-level roads and bridges, and some transport routes and travel services can be affected by winds, dust and storms. There is also a warning of high risk of localized runaway fires.

MEC for the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Pule Shayi urged communities to remain vigilant.

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Shayi called on residents to observe safety protocols and to drive carefully. He says this weather forecast is expected to persist throughout the day.

Meanwhile, the provincial disaster management center, in collaboration with other sister departments and non-governmental organizations, remains on high alert as the inclement weather persists.