Incident Details
Flooding and heavy rainfall through 1 July in the City of Cape Town and Theewaterskloof municipalities have caused the South African Weather Service to issue a level six orange warning. Heavy rainfall can cause further flooding in low-lying areas. At least 6,300 people have been affected by localized floods.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers are advised to seek high ground and avoid low-lying areas. Travelers should maintain enhanced situational awareness during transit and plan travel routes in advance. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.