Flood Watch: Mpumalanga/Limpopo - Flood Warning: Kwazulu Natal

Flood Watch: Now in effect for Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces.

Flood Warning: Now in effect for Kwazulu Natal Province.

Here are a few more tips to keep you safe during flooding:

• Always plan ahead and know the risks before flooding happens. Monitor  SAWDOS Twitter/Facebook/Blog pages for vital weather related information before, during and even after a event.

• If flooding is expected or is occurring, get to higher ground FAST! Leave typical flood areas such as ditches, ravines, dips or low spots, and canyons.

• Avoid areas already flooded, especially if the water is flowing fast. Do not attempt to cross flowing streams. Rather turn around and don't drown.

• NEVER drive through flooded roadways. Road beds may be washed out under flood waters.

• Do not camp or park your vehicle along streams and washes, particularly during threatening conditions.

• Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize flood dangers.

• Never cross any barriers that are put in place by local emergency officials.

• Play it safe, when roads are flooded don't drown, rather turn around and move to higher ground.

- SAWDOS