The heatwave has passed and Joburgers finally got their fair share of rain on Tuesday. Not only did it rain but parts of the South of Johannesburg were hit by a huge hailstorm.
Here are images shared by residents:
It was in the Nature estate, Meyersdal, Alberton. pic.twitter.com/Sit0oDDozq— SA 911 Breaking (@JustdoitZee) October 18, 2022
Meyersdal this afternoon, hail ❄️ pic.twitter.com/rEHJi6h8Eh— Paula De Araujo (@PaulaDeAraujo8) October 18, 2022
A few tips to keep you safe:
- Avoid finding shelter under trees or in areas that can suddenly fill with water.
- Stay indoors and away from windows, glass doors and skylights.
- Close drapes or blinds to protect yourself from broken glass and flying debris.
- Keep pets indoors and provide shelter for farm animals.
- Pull into a petrol station or other covered structure.
- Pull over and angle your vehicle so that hail hits the reinforced windshield rather than side and back windows.
- Avoid flooded roads
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