SAWS SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS:
WARNINGS: Extremely high fire danger conditions are expected over the central and eastern interior of the Northern Cape, and the Central Karoo of the Western Cape.
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SPECIAL WEATHER ADVISORIES: Heatwave conditions with persistently high temperatures are expected over the North - West and the Gauteng Province.
MSBWX National Severe Weather Observations: The drought and very hot weather is taking it's toll on grain production in areas of the Free State and North West where plants are dying due to the lack of rain. The intense drought in these areas could lead to a shortage of maize this season. Financially many farmers will experience a loss as they do not receive any compensation from government for grain losses. Drought relief aid unfortunately covers only certain aspects of farming. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the effected farmers. We the public should note that farmers put food on our table and if there is a drought it is not only the farmers that feel the effect but also the general public who will pay much more for food in their basket.
MSBWX General Weather Observations: Cool, warm to very hot conditions expected today over parts of SA. Thunderstorms and rain showers can be expected in parts of Free State, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape and Kwazulu Natal. Light rain can be expected in parts of the Western Cape. Heatwave conditions with persistently high temperatures are expected over the North - West and the Gauteng Province.
MSBWX National Disaster Observations: Veld fires are burning again in parts of SA. Further fires are expected as hot weather continues over many parts of the country. Good news is that the Western Cape will soon feel the effects of a cold front that will hopefully cool things down. Please be careful around open fires, throwing away of cigarette butts and equipment that can start a fire. Be fire wise!
NSRI National Warnings and News: ------Nil
- MSBWX, SAWXREP + SAWS
