western cape
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Storm-related contingency plans in place for healthcare services
Healthcare services across the Western Cape remain operational despite severe weather conditions impacting parts of the province.
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Severe weather prompts one-day school closure across battered Western Cape
As a storm continues to batter the Cape, the Western Cape Education Department has decided to close all schools on Tuesday 12 May.
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Second cold front wreaks havoc across Cape Town
Severe winds and heavy rain caused widespread flooding, structural damage, and power outages in Cape Town, with multiple roads impacted.
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Severe weather causes flooding as Western Cape braces for second cold front
Severe weather has caused flooding across the Cape Winelands, with bridges closed and residents evacuated as a second cold front approaches.
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No major storm related incidents reported in Cape Town yet
Cape Town reports no major incidents from severe weather warnings, but urges caution due to flooding and ongoing monitoring.
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Cape Town’s SPCA on high alert ahead of Orange Level 6 weather warning
The Cape of Good Hope SPCA prepares for severe storms, mobilizing responders and urging the public to protect animals from flooding.
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Western Cape disaster management on high alert as intense cold fronts approach
All disaster management centres are on high alert as the South African Weather Service warned of two intense cold fronts expected to strike parts of the Western Cape.
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Western Cape on high alert as Level 8 warning issued
The Western Cape faces severe weather, with heavy rainfall and strong winds expected, prompting disaster preparedness and safety precautions for residents.
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Western Cape dams show marginal improvement after recent rains, but levels remain well below last year
The Western Cape’s dam levels have shown a slight increase following recent rainfall, but remain significantly depleted compared to the same period in 2025, following a hot, dry summer and…
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Gun violence in focus as Cape police seize weapons, KZN probes murders
Targeted police operations in crime hotspot areas across the Cape Metropole have led to the confiscation of firearms and the arrest of four suspects. According to Western Cape police spokesperson…
