Damaging Winds And Waves Forecast

The eThekwini Municipality’s Disaster Management and emergency services teams are on high alert following an Impact-Based Warning issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS), forecasting damaging winds of up to 90km/h across the city for Friday, 04 September 2026.

According to SAWS, a ridging high-pressure system supported by an upper cut-off low-pressure system is expected to produce average wind speeds of 30 to 40km/h, gusting up to 90km/h along the coast and interior.

The strong winds pose a risk of damage to infrastructure and settlements, disruption to small harbours and coastal activities, falling trees affecting roads and travel, and injury or danger to life from flying debris.

The Municipality is urging residents, particularly motorists, to exercise extreme caution.

Road users should be mindful of cross-winds, especially on exposed and high-level routes, and reduce speed where visibility or vehicle stability may be compromised.

Emergency response teams, including Disaster Management, Fire and Rescue, and Metro Police, are on standby to respond swiftly to any incidents.

The City will continue to closely monitor areas particularly vulnerable to wind damage, including coastal precincts and informal settlements, to ensure a rapid, coordinated response.

Residents are advised to secure loose objects and outdoor structures, avoid unnecessary travel, stay clear of trees and overhead power lines, and refrain from coastal and harbour activities until the warning lapses.

Boat owners should seek shelter for their vessels.

Residents are urged to report storm-related incidents or emergencies to the City’s Disaster Management Centre, available 24 hours a day, on 031 361 0000.