Massive storm, floods hit Durban, residents urged to stay indoors
KwaZulu-Natal residents in Durban have been urged to stay indoors as a massive
storm hit the coastline on Tuesday morning.
eThekwini Municipality put out a warning calling on all to remain in safety
until the storm, which is expected to subside around 14:00 wreaks havoc on the
city.
"Due to the inclement weather conditions currently being experienced in
Durban, all residents are urged to stay indoors until the storm passes.
Residents are also cautioned against driving or walking anywhere for the
duration of the storm."
The city said that the current wind has been measured at 70km/h, "and is
extremely dangerous.
"All roads in the southern parts of Durban have been closed," the city
said.
EMS spokesperson Robert Mckenzie told News24 that localised flooding meant
many roads were closed.
"At this stage the eThekwini area is most affected. Localised flooding,
multiple roads are closed. There have been multiple cases of injuries."
He said there were unconfirmed reports that one woman had died.
KZN Health Department spokesperson Desmond Motha told News24 that King Edward
VIII Hospital, Addington Hospital and Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital had all
been affected.
"I can confirm that these three hospitals have been affected. We are still
trying to get information and quantify the damage."
Meanwhile, a combined EMS response government and other resources had the
situation under control, Mckenzie said.
"Do not drive on the roads. If you have to, drive slower and maintain a
following distance. If you see water gushing across the road do not attempt to
cross it."
Thus far, reports of the M4, N2 south and localised flooding in suburban
areas have been reported.
The city said that its Disaster Management Call Centre was experiencing high
call volumes.
"Residents are requested to please only call the Disaster Management Call
Centre for emergencies on 031 361 0000."
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— Ntando Nxumalo (@MaGxabhashee) October 10, 2017
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Source: News24
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