It became clear that 3,000 IOL reports that the structure was damaged in the severe Cape Storm of 2024. Severe storms have battered the Western Cape over the past 48 hours, following a severe warning from the South African Weather Service. The Cape Storm of 2024 has left a trail of destruction in its wake, forcing residents to clear and rebuild meager ruins.
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Almost unbelievably, it started with a wildfire Sunday, April 7thSeveral homes were destroyed in Glencairn and Stellenbosch due to wind gusts of up to 100km/h. The ferocious winds ripped roofs off buildings and even overturned vehicles on the highway. Just as residents of the informal settlements began to accept the destruction and loss of their belongings, heavy rains and flooding occurred.
is more than 50mm It feels like rain will fall in parts in just 24 hours. Monday, April 8th. As a precautionary measure, schools were closed for two consecutive days due to the 2024 Cape Storm. The intensity of the storm has many wondering if this storm and a nearly identical cutoff cyclonic storm in September 2023 are actually climate related. Change related.
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Charlotte Powell, the city's disaster risk management spokeswoman, said authorities were still monitoring high-risk areas. These will respond to the humanitarian needs and technical relief needed after the 2024 Cape Storm. Volunteers from the ministry are also on the ground assisting with the damage.
28 There were reports of structural damage due to high winds. These included the settlements of Delft, Mitchell's Plain, Khayelitsha, Blue Downs, Somerset West, Northpine, Sir Lawry's Pass, Monwabisi and the Strand. A more detailed evaluation suggests the following: 2 779 Powell confirmed that the structure was damaged.
Flood damage due to rain
Flooding has been reported in the village of Gabba (Leonsdale/Epping). 12 Empolweni, Khayelitsha, and approx. 400 Buildings in Monwabisi. The affected residents are currently evacuated with friends and family.
Additionally, there were some 100 Incidents where tree roots were uprooted or damaged were reported to the Department of Recreation, Parks and Transportation. Additionally, various city departments are dealing with burst water pipes and power outages, and managing numerous road closures throughout the city.
Those wishing to support efforts to combat the 2024 Cape Storm disaster can donate below.
- gifts of givers
- standard bank
- account number: 052137228
- Branch code: 051001
- Reference: About disasters
- Please send proof of payment to donate@giftofthegivers.org Obtain a Section 18A tax exemption certificate.
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