{"id":223622,"date":"2019-11-14T13:56:33","date_gmt":"2019-11-14T11:56:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/?p=223622"},"modified":"2019-11-14T15:09:07","modified_gmt":"2019-11-14T13:09:07","slug":"alert-severe-thunderstorms-possibility-hail-predicted-gauteng","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/news-headlines\/2019\/11\/14\/alert-severe-thunderstorms-possibility-hail-predicted-gauteng\/","title":{"rendered":"ALERT: Severe thunderstorms with possibility of hail predicted for Gauteng"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The South African Weather Services (SAWS) is anticipating severe thunderstorms, accompanied by possible hail and strong gusty winds, in some areas of Gauteng, including Ekurhuleni.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-223625\" src=\"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2019\/11\/76661756_2610408305688487_3726076359131267072_o-520x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"520\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dwu32cgxelq1c.cloudfront.net\/local_newspapers\/sites\/31\/2019\/11\/76661756_2610408305688487_3726076359131267072_o-520x400.jpg 520w, https:\/\/dwu32cgxelq1c.cloudfront.net\/local_newspapers\/sites\/31\/2019\/11\/76661756_2610408305688487_3726076359131267072_o-300x231.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><\/p><div class=\"stream-item stream-item-in-post stream-item-inline-post aligncenter\"><\/div>\n<p>Motorists are reminded to take the necessary precautions when travelling in wet weather.<\/p>\n<p>They are encouraged to reduce speed, increase their following distance and headlights should be kept on at all times to increase visibility.<\/p><div class=\"stream-item stream-item-in-post stream-item-inline-post aligncenter\"><\/div>\n<p>Residents should also ensure that they shelter their pets.<\/p>\n<h4>ALSO READ: <a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/198197\/know-weather-warnings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Know your weather warnings<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tips for severe thunderstorms, wind and lightning:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure that any dead and rotting branches are removed from trees to avoid the risk of falling debris during a severe storm. Also ensure that debris is removed from roofs and gutters.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure that your outdoor furniture is safely stored or firmly secured.<\/li>\n<li>The power surge of a lightning strike can easily overload most appliances and devices. It\u2019s best to unplug these before the storm arrives.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re on the road and visibility is too poor or the road is too slippery, rather pull over and switch on your car\u2019s hazards until visibility or traction improves.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid taking shelter under trees, as this increases the risk of falling debris causing damage or injury.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Reminder \u2013 The community can call the following emergency numbers for assistance:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 10177 (toll free line)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 112 (cellphone)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0 011 458-0911 (Life Threatening Emergency Line)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 086 054 3000 (Services Emergency Line)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>ALSO READ:\u00a0<\/strong><a class=\"anchor_post\" href=\"http:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/136627\/tips-to-help-you-prepare-for-severe-weather\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tips to 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