There was chaos on Cape Town roads on Tuesday following the City’s first bout of rain for the upcoming winter season. Numerous accidents were reported, and many roads were flooded.
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The City’s Disaster Operations Centre received reports of several roadways that were blocked and flooding incidents across the Metro. The Stormwater department is attending to these incidents.
The City has urged all residents to remain vigilant as we prepare for the winter season.
Ensuring safety and minimising potential flooding is a collective effort between the City of Cape Town and its residents.
Here are some essential steps residents can take:
- Clean Gutters: Regularly clear debris from gutters to ensure proper water flow.
- Prune Trees: Trim branches and remove any overhanging limbs that could cause blockages during heavy rain.
- Clear Waterways: Ensure that there are no obstructions in nearby waterways or drainage systems that could lead to flooding or water damage.
- Report Potholes: Notify the municipality of any potholes as soon as they appear to facilitate timely repairs and avoid further damage to road structures.
- Maintain Drainage Systems: Regularly clear drainage channels to prevent blockages.
- Elevate Structures: Raise the floor level of homes where possible, so that it sits higher than the surrounding ground.
- Create Sandbags: Prepare sandbags to use as temporary barriers against flooding.
- Dig Trenches: Construct trenches around your home to direct water away from the structure.
- Waterproof Structures: Ensure roofs are watertight, gutters are clear, and dead branches or debris is removed to reduce potential rainfall damage.
- Report Issues: Immediately report blocked drains, drainage intakes, and instances of illegal dumping, as these can exacerbate flooding conditions.
Cape Town – Flooding: Parow Industrial pic.twitter.com/9mDH86PVaR
— TrafficSA (@TrafficSA) April 8, 2025
Cape Town – Flooding: Blaauwberg Road opposite Bayside Mall pic.twitter.com/vEcd5QwcLG
— TrafficSA (@TrafficSA) April 8, 2025
