Severe Weather Hits Cape Town Region in Recent Years

Recent Weather Events

Cape Town, South Africa, has been affected by a series of severe weather events in the past two years.

• 2022: A severe storm hit South Africa's Western Cape province, bringing extreme winds gusting up to 135kmh.
• 2023: Days of high winds and drenching rain displaced hundreds of people and caused extensive damage.

Impact on Informal Settlements

Informal settlements in Cape Town have been particularly hard hit by the severe weather.

• Nearly 1,000 homes have been destroyed or damaged.
• Thousands of people have been left homeless.

Government Response

The South African government has provided emergency assistance to those affected by the severe weather.

• Emergency shelters have been set up.
• Food and water is being distributed to those in need.
• Schools and businesses have been closed.

Outlook

More stormy weather is expected to hit Cape Town in the coming days.

Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.