eThekwini residents are urged to take precautionary measures as Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms have been issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS) for some parts of KwaZulu-Natal including Durban.

Heavy rainfall, damaging wind, excessive lightning, and hail are expected across the province with possible localised floodings. Motorists are warned of poor visibility and slippery road conditions.

The eThekwini Metro says its disaster management teams and emergency services are on high alert.

The Metro’s spokesperson Senzelwe Mzila says these teams will be monitoring closely a number of areas, this includes a number of areas that are low-lying.

“There is a risk of flooding in areas that are low-lying. The municipality is urging residents to exercise extreme caution as these weather conditions can pose a serious risk to human lives. To report any incidents, residents can call 031 3610 000.”

⚠ ALERT: THE SA WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A WARNING FOR THE POSSIBILITY OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS

📆WHEN: SATURDAY, 14/11/2026

⏰TIME: 14:00-23:59

📈RAIN PROBABILITY: 60%

📍AREA: ENTIRE GAUTENG

🔴POTENTIAL THREATS
•HAIL
•LOCALISED FLOODING
•DAMAGING WINDS

— Gauteng Weather (@tWeatherSA) November 14, 2026