The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms over the central parts of the Free State, and an Orange Level 5 warning for the eastern parts of the province.

Forecaster Muneiwa Singo says partly cloudy and warm to hot conditions are expected over the weekend, accompanied by isolated showers and thundershowers, which will become scattered in the east.

She warns that the storms could result in flooding of roads, settlements and low-lying areas, as well as damage to infrastructure, settlements and livestock. 

“The following warnings are also valid for the weekend. A Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms over the central part of the province, as well as an Orange Level 5 warning for severe thunderstorms over the eastern parts.

“These will result in flooding of roads, settlements, and low-lying areas, as well as damage or loss of infrastructure, settlements, and livestock. The public is advised to stay indoors and away from metal objects, avoid crossing flooded roads and bridges and avoid seeking shelter under trees and tall objects,” says Singo. -Reporting by Lebohang Motshweneng

Yellow level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms
Area: Free State and North West
Validity: Saturday, 14 November 2026
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— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) November 13, 2026