Warning: Heavy rainfall for Eden
Heavy falls of rain are expected in the Overberberg, southern parts of the Cape Winelands and western parts of the Eden District on Friday, spreading into the eastern parts Eden District on Saturday.
Heavy rainfall raises the water level. When the water level is higher than the river banks or the dams, water comes out from the river and flooding occurs.
Following are a number of concerns and recommendations:
- Be extra cautious for pest and diseases after rain has fallen, as high moisture content and the high temperatures may trigger these.
- Assume that flood water contains sewage and might be harmful for human and livestock consumption.
- Before leading livestock across a river, check whether the water level is rising. This is especially necessary if it is already raining, but remember that there could be a storm further upstream and floodwaters could be on the way.
Courtesy of Sea Rescue Communications.
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