The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued an advisory for an intense cold front expected to make landfall by Sunday evening.
According to SAWS, the cold front will result in heavy downpours of between 40- 60 mm over the metropole on Monday.
“Two cold fronts will be affecting the Western and Northern Cape from tomorrow (Monday 28 June 2021). Heavy rain leading to localized flooding, strong winds, cold temperatures and rough seas can be expected. In contrast, north-eastern provinces will have a mild to warm week,”- SAWS.
The City of Cape Town said the Disaster Risk Management Centre (DRMC) will be primed and ready to tackle any incidents that accompanies the cold front.
⚠️Media Release: Several cold fronts expected in the Cape Provinces this week 28 June to 01 July 2021. pic.twitter.com/dEbMqXnRvY
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 26, 2021
🌧️🌊2 Cold fronts will be affecting the Western and Northern Cape from tomorrow (Monday 28 June 2021). Heavy rain leading to localized flooding, strong winds, cold temperatures and rough seas can be expected. In contrast, north-eastern provinces will have a mild to warm week. pic.twitter.com/bvnno0bawY
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) June 27, 2021