A woman was injured after a tree collapsed onto her car in Plattekloof on Sunday as a second cold front swept across the Western Cape, bringing heavy rain and gale-force winds to several parts of the province, reports Cape {town} Etc.
According to SABC News reports, the woman was transported to hospital following the incident, which happened during worsening weather conditions linked to the latest frontal system affecting Cape Town and surrounding areas.
SEVERE WEATHER | Strong winds in Cape Town have knocked over several trees, and motorists have been urged to stay alert. pic.twitter.com/TFZh0C613w
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Several communities across the Western Cape have been affected by destructive rain and strong winds after the first cold front moved through the province on Saturday.
The South African Weather Service warned that the province could experience disruptive rainfall, damaging winds and dangerous sea conditions between 10 and 12 May.
‘The public and small stock farmers are advised that bitterly cold, wet and windy conditions can be expected,’ the weather service said in its latest advisory.
Local authorities and disaster management teams remain on high alert as storm-related incidents continue to be reported across affected areas.
Motorists have been urged to drive cautiously on waterlogged roads and avoid areas where trees, debris or flooding may pose a danger.
Residents are also being encouraged to secure loose outdoor items and remain indoors where possible while strong winds continue across parts of the province.
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