The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued multiple orange level weather warnings for parts of the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal as a cut-off low-pressure system brings disruptive snow, heavy rain and severe thunderstorms. Authorities have urged residents, farmers and motorists to remain alert and follow official weather advisories and safety instructions.
Orange level 5 warning issued for disruptive snow in Eastern Cape
Orange level 5 warning: Disruptive snow
Affected area: Eastern Cape
Validity period: 6 to 7 May 2026.
Orange level 6 warning issued for disruptive rain in Eastern Cape
Orange level 6 warning: Disruptive rain
Affected area: Eastern Cape
Validity period: 5 to 7 May 2026
Orange level 6 warning issued for severe thunderstorms in KwaZulu-Natal
Orange level 6 warning: Severe thunderstorms
Affected area: KwaZulu-Natal
Validity period: 5 to 6 May 2026
Source: South African Weather Service
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