Two more people are dead after severe storms hit the Western Cape. The deceased are presumed to be from the Overberg region. In addition, four boys in Philippi East were electrocuted to death in a pool of water created by the heavy rains.
An inquest docket has been opened for further investigation. Over the past two days, extreme weather conditions have plunged the Western Cape into disarray, resulting in extensive flooding, property damage, road closures and power interruptions. Tragically, the severe weather claimed the lives of three adults and four children yesterday.
A Golden Arrow Bus overturned on Jake Gerwel Drive just before 9am in what has been described as a freak accident. Reports indicate that the bus had just pulled away after having a passenger disembark, and as it gained momentum, a strong crosswind caused it to tip over.
As per a statement released by the mayoral committee member responsible for safety and security for the City of Cape Town, Alderman JP Smith, all emergency services were dispatched, and traffic services performed a road closure between Turfhall and Klipfontein Roads, while fire and rescue staff assisted medical responders in their efforts to attend to the injured.
Source: eNCA
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