A high-level SIX warning has been issued for disruptive SNOW in these parts of South Africa.
THE LEVEL SIX WARNING IS IN PLACE UNTIL TUESDAY
The SA Weather Service (SAWS) said the high-level six warning is in place for disruptive snow in several parts of the country until Tuesday.
“The combination of very cold, wet and windy conditions may result in the loss of vulnerable livestock and crops.”
It furthermore said due to the wind chill factor, temperatures may feel colder than the measured values.
TWO OTHER DISRUPTIVE SNOW WARNING IS ALSO IN PLACE
“The possible snowfalls may exacerbate these conditions.”
the SAWS says.
It also issued a level two disruptive snow warning for more parts of South Africa.
The following areas will be affected by the warnings.
HERE’S WHERE TO EXPECT SNOW IN THE CAPE PROVINCES
The high-lying areas in the Cape provinces:
- around Fraserburg,
- Loxton,
- Murraysburg,
- Richmond,
- Noupoort,
- Colesberg,
- Burgersdorp,
- Aliwal North,
- Molteno and surroundings.
More than 10cm deep snow is possible on Monday in Lesotho, especially around Afri Ski, and between 5 – 10cm is expected over the southern Drakensberg and towns near Lesotho in the Eastern Cape. Including Barkly East.
HERE’S WHERE TO EXPECT SNOW IN THE FREE STATE
A mixture of snow/ ice rain and sleet is now possible over southern and eastern Free State:
- Bethlehem,
- Warden,
- Heilbron,
- Reitz,
- Memel,
- Reddersburg,
- Trompsburg and surrounding towns.
HERE IS WHERE SNOW IS EXPECTED IN THE WESTERN CAPE
In the Western Cape:
- Matroosberg,
- Cederberg,
- Swartberg
HERE’S WHERE EXPECT SNOW IN THE NORTHERN CAPE
In the Northern Cape:
- Nuweveld and Roggeveld mountain
- including the town of Sutherland,
- the Great Karoo
The SAWS advised the public and small stock farmers to take the necessary precautions to ensure the safety and health of their animals during very cold, wet, and windy days.
“The weak and frail may also be vulnerable since their bodies won’t be able to retain their heat as easily.”
TAKE CARE OF YOUR LIVESTOCK AND PETS IN THESE CONDITIONS:
- Please take extra care to provide for your pets and livestock during cold periods.
- Management of the cow’s environment- move all livestock to a safe area. e.g. warm place’,
- Providing extra hay/forage/feed to livestock is crucial, as they may require up to double the calories for normal body heat maintenance during extreme cold.
- Do not shear the Angora goat. Also, take extra time to observe livestock, looking for early signs of disease and injury.
- Severe cold-weather injuries or death primarily affect animals that are already debilitated or the very young. Cases of cold weather-related sudden death in calves often result when cattle are suffering from undetected infection, particularly pneumonia. Investigate sudden, unexplained livestock deaths and illnesses promptly to identify a cause and take steps to protect remaining animals.
- Pay special attention to very young and old animals.They may be less able to tolerate temperature extremes and have weaker immune systems.
PLEASE SEND US YOUR SNOW PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:
Please WhatsApp your photos and videos to 060 011 0211 or email to [email protected]. Remember to include your name, surname, and as many details and information as you have. You are, of course, welcome to send anonymous tips and information.
