Videos: KZN community shares weekend's devastating weather damage
A look at the devastating storm that hit KwaZulu-Natal over the weekend.
KwaZulu-Natal was struck by unexpected heavy rains on Saturday night. Once more, the heartache and uncertainty fuelled panic in our province.
As dawn broke on Sunday morning, the residents of KZN were met with a grim reality – widespread flooding and significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and businesses.
One Durban North resident shares: "It was an unforeseen disaster that etched fear into the hearts of KZN residents again. It's time that our community starts to take heavy rain and flooding precautions seriously."
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Videos captured during the storm reveal the sheer force of the rain as floodwaters surged through streets, inundating neighbourhoods and trapping some residents in their homes.
The unforeseen severity of the storm took many residents by surprise, leaving communities grappling with the aftermath. See here what has been circulating on the net:
@nireshmaharajmaskoff ♬ son original - Classic HipHop&RnB
Multiple Vehicles Damaged During Floods: KZN North Coast https://t.co/fPrmrzrfUz #ArriveAlive #KZNFlooding pic.twitter.com/bAUILadiQS
— Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) January 14, 2024
Chartwell Drive in Umhlanga, these residents can’t even get out of their complex for the foreseeable future #DurbanStorm pic.twitter.com/GvCnwDI7QF
— X Mayor of Durban (@LuckyGordy) January 14, 2024
@pearlmudali Gateway Umhlanga Flooded 13 Jan 24 In front of Rocomamas & Krispy Kreme #gatewayumhlangaflooding #umhlanga #gatewayumhlanga #flooding #fyp @officialgatewayumhlanga ♬ original sound - ARMY MUM💜🇿🇦
@shaastra_n Rinaldo road after the storm 🌧️ #tiktoksa #updates #rain #raindamage #roadsofsa #southafrica ♬ original sound - Shaastra | Radio Presenter 🎙️
ECR NewsWatch reports: "IPSS dispatched numerous teams to reports of flooding. We urge motorists to stay off the roads and do not cross low-lying bridges as roads start to flood and bridges become impossible.”
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Our hearts go out to those affected by the severe weather conditions in our KZN community. In times of adversity, we are here for you and we want your voice to be heard.
If you or someone you know has been affected by the floods, contact East Coast Breakfast on 072 257 5041 or share your story with us on Facebook.
@cillaxnjnx8 Heavy rains in KZN lastnight cause massive destruction to homes..roads and infrastructure. #mountedgecombe #KZN #heavyrainfall #massivedestruction #roaddamages #umhlanga #floodedhouses ♬ Positive Vibes - Megan Yagami
@martin.btctrainer Heaviest rain I ever experienced in Umhlanga - Helps being stuck in a bar though 😅best part the effect of the bar lights in the water #heavyrain #flood #bar #swimming #fyp ♬ original sound - martinsteyn14
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One thing is certain, we cannot prevent flash floods, mud slides or storms, but we can ensure that people and communities are better prepared and more resilient.
Here are some top tips to ensure that you are prepared in case of emergency:
- Assess the drainage of your home and ensure no drains are blocked
- Designate a place on higher ground or a safer area that you can go to if you are ever caught in a flood
- Make a flood plan
- Check out what your current insurance covers or consider buying flood insurance
- Stay up-to-date with the latest news, weather predictions, and official reports
- Be prepared to evacuate if instructed to do so
More information will be shared on this developing story when available.
Stay tuned for more, we will bring you the latest at East Coast Radio.
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