Incident Details
As of 11 January, Johannesburg experienced great rainfall which led to flooding. Additional rainfall and potential flash floods are expected. Damages to property and infrastructure have been reported, and further flooding would affect roads and low-lying areas as well as power and telecommunication outages.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid low-lying areas prone to flooding. Maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact program leaders with questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media. For updated information, visit the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department website.
