Key insights
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Red-level weather alert warns of life-threatening flooding: The South African Weather Service said further heavy downpours were expected and warned that flooding would endanger lives, displace communities, and cause widespread damage to infrastructure.
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Park operations restricted as a precaution: The national parks agency barred day visitors and closed several entrances, and it evacuated guests and staff from flooded camps by helicopter.
Takeaways
Flooding and continued heavy-rain forecasts have disrupted access to Kruger National Park, prompted helicopter evacuations, and coincided with at least 19 reported deaths in Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces.
Topics
Climate & Environment Natural Disasters Law & Public Safety Public Safety