{"id":40202,"date":"2026-08-11T13:11:08","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T11:11:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=40202"},"modified":"2026-08-11T13:11:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T11:11:10","slug":"gauteng-cold-front-emergency-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gauteng-cold-front-emergency-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Gauteng Cold Front Emergency Guide: Who to Call, What to Do and How to Stay Safe During Severe Weather"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gauteng is in the grip of a severe cold front, and the impact goes well beyond a chilly morning. Since the weekend, a powerful cold front and upper-air trough have pushed cold, wet and windy conditions across the province, and Tuesday, 11 August, has brought the worst of it: bitterly cold temperatures, heavy morning showers, icy winds and even the possibility of light snowfall in the south of the province.<\/p><div id=\"gaute-4091859858\" class=\"gaute-after-paragraph-1 gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn\u2019t just a \u201cwear a jacket\u201d kind of cold snap. Roads are wet and hazardous, visibility is dropping in some areas, and emergency services in Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni have all been placed on high alert. The Gauteng provincial government has urged residents to put safety first, particularly when it comes to travel and how they keep warm at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conditions like these can change quickly, so treat this guide as a starting point and keep checking official weather, traffic and emergency-service updates as the day goes on. Here\u2019s exactly what you need to know before you leave home, while you\u2019re on the road, and who to call if things go wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Happening in Gauteng Right Now<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gauteng is currently cloudy and cold to very cold, with scattered showers and thundershowers moving through the province. Johannesburg\u2019s forecast for Tuesday has been a top of just 4-6\u00b0C and an overnight low of around 1-3\u00b0C, with heavy showers in the morning easing into cloudy, colder conditions through the afternoon. Some parts of the province could see temperatures drop to as low as 3-4\u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to Gauteng Weather, Tuesday is expected to be the worst day of this cold snap, with maximum temperatures sitting at multi-year lows for parts of the province. Light snowfall is possible in the south of Gauteng in the evening, but it\u2019s important to be clear about scale here: this is not a province-wide snow event, and any snow that does fall is expected to be limited to isolated pockets rather than settling broadly. The bigger and more widespread risk across Gauteng today is rain combined with very cold, windy conditions, not snow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This cold front forms part of a much larger system moving across South Africa. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that wet, very cold and windy conditions are affecting the southern parts of the Free State, Northern Cape, Gauteng and Mpumalanga, along with the interior of the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, where snowfall is possible over mountainous areas. Disruptive snow warnings have been issued for parts of the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Free State - these are more significant snow events than anything currently forecast for Gauteng.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forecasts for this kind of system can shift quickly, so don\u2019t rely on a single update from earlier in the week. Check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weathersa.co.za\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.weathersa.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South African Weather Service<\/a> directly for the latest warnings before you travel.<strong>For ongoing Gauteng weather updates, forecasts and alerts, keep an eye on our <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gauteng-weather-forecast-alerts-hub\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gauteng-weather-forecast-alerts-hub\/\">Gauteng Weather Forecast and Alerts Hub<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-163513968\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Before You leave Home - Check These Things Firs<\/strong>t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you get in the car or head out the door, run through this quick checklist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check the latest SAWS warning for your specific area of Gauteng<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check current road and traffic conditions, not conditions from earlier in the day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm your destination is accessible - don\u2019t assume roads that were open this morning are still open now<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check for closures on your route, including any mountain passes if you\u2019re travelling further afield<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill up your fuel tank in case of unexpected delays or detours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charge your phone fully before you leave<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan your route and have a backup route in mind<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pack warm clothing, even for a short trip - a breakdown in freezing rain is far worse without a jacket or blanket in the car<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let someone know your route and expected arrival time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask yourself if the trip is genuinely necessary right now, or if it can wait<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A word of caution: don\u2019t rely solely on Google Maps or social media posts for road conditions during fast-changing weather. Maps apps don\u2019t always reflect real-time closures, and old posts about flooding or road closures can circulate long after conditions have changed. Go to official sources first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Driving in Gauteng During the Cold Fron<\/strong>t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1-450x300.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1-1200x800.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/BA4CE7ED-512F-4F5D-9941-0877ADAEF65A-1.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do need to be on the road today, here\u2019s how to handle the conditions safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wet roads.<\/strong> Stopping distances increase significantly on wet tar. Slow down and give yourself more space and time to react.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Poor visibility.<\/strong> Switch your headlights on in rain, mist or heavy cloud cover, even during the day. It helps other drivers see you as much as it helps you see the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Slippery surfaces.<\/strong> If you feel your car losing grip, ease off the accelerator gently, avoid harsh braking or sudden steering movements, and let the vehicle stabilise before continuing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Snow, sleet or ice.<\/strong> In any area where these conditions appear, avoid unnecessary travel. If you must drive, go slowly and be prepared for sudden changes in road surface, particularly on bridges and elevated sections of highway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Flooded roads - never attempt to cross.<\/strong> This is worth repeating: never drive through a flooded road, low-water bridge or fast-flowing water. It\u2019s extremely difficult to judge water depth from inside a vehicle, and even a small amount of moving water can cause a car to lose traction or be swept off the road entirely. If you reach a flooded section, turn around and find another route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Following distance.<\/strong> Increase the gap between you and the vehicle in front. Wet, cold conditions mean everyone on the road needs more room to react.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you break down.<\/strong> Move your vehicle to the safest possible position, ideally off the road surface. Switch on your hazard lights. Stay inside the vehicle with your seatbelt on if you\u2019re in a dangerous position, such as a highway shoulder, and wait for help rather than standing in the road. Keep warm using blankets or extra clothing. Call for roadside assistance or emergency services and make sure they know your exact location, including the nearest landmark or off-ramp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-163513968\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Road Closures - What to Do If Your Route Is Closed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the time of writing, no specific weather-related road closures in Gauteng have been confirmed through official channels for 11 August. This can change quickly, so treat any closure information you see on social media with caution unless it\u2019s confirmed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nra.co.za\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nra.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SANRAL<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.i-traffic.co.za\/map\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.i-traffic.co.za\/map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">i-Traffic <\/a>or your local metro police service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do encounter a closure or a diversion:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never drive around a road-closure barrier, no matter how minor the obstruction looks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow instructions from traffic officials on the scene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use official alternative-route information rather than \u201cshortcuts\u201d shared on WhatsApp or social media<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check live updates from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.i-traffic.co.za\/map\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.i-traffic.co.za\/map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">I-Traffic <\/a> or your municipality before committing to a detour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build in significantly more time for your journey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If conditions are genuinely dangerous, postpone travel that isn\u2019t essential<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a difference between a road that\u2019s closed, a road that\u2019s simply congested, and a road where drivers are just being told to exercise caution. Don\u2019t assume the worst from a single unclear post - check an official source to confirm which applies to your route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What If You Get Caught in Severe Weather?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes conditions deteriorate after you\u2019ve already left home. Here\u2019s how to handle it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Visibility suddenly drops.<\/strong> Slow down, switch on your headlights, and if it becomes genuinely dangerous to continue, find a safe place to pull over rather than pushing on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Your vehicle breaks down.<\/strong> Follow the breakdown advice above - hazards on, stay safe, call for help, keep warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A road closes ahead of you.<\/strong> Don\u2019t try to push through or find your own way around. Turn back or wait for direction from officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You\u2019re stranded away from home.<\/strong> Stay where you are if it\u2019s safe to do so, contact someone to let them know your situation, and wait for conditions to improve or for assistance to arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Public transport is disrupted.<\/strong> Build in extra time, keep warm while you wait, and stay updated via your transport provider\u2019s official channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You\u2019re caught outside in freezing temperatures.<\/strong> Get indoors or into a vehicle as soon as possible. Prolonged exposure to cold, wet conditions increases the risk of hypothermia, even in Gauteng\u2019s relatively mild winters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The golden rule in all of these situations: arriving late is always better than taking a risk in dangerous conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-163513968\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Stay Warm Safely<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cold snaps like this one bring a real risk that has nothing to do with the weather itself - unsafe heating. Johannesburg Emergency Management Services and other authorities have repeatedly warned that this is one of the most dangerous parts of any severe cold spell, and the Gauteng provincial government has echoed that warning again this week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be especially careful with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Indoor braais or braziers - these should never be used inside a home, no matter how cold it is<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charcoal and open flames indoors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candles, especially left unattended or near bedding and curtains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paraffin appliances that aren\u2019t well maintained or properly ventilated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gas appliances used in poorly ventilated rooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heaters left unattended, particularly overnight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleeping with a heater or open flame still running<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These practices can cause house fires and carbon monoxide poisoning, which is invisible, odourless and can be fatal. If you\u2019re using any kind of heater, make sure the room has some ventilation, never leave it running while you sleep, and keep it away from curtains, bedding and furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take extra care of children, elderly family members, people living alone and anyone otherwise vulnerable. Check in on elderly neighbours or relatives during this cold snap, and make sure anyone using a heater at home understands the basic safety rules above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>If There is Flooding<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heavy rain during a cold front can lead to localised flooding, particularly in low-lying areas. If this happens near you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not walk through fast-moving water, even if it looks shallow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not drive through flooded roads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid low-lying areas and dips in the road<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay away from bridges where water is flowing over the surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move to higher ground if flooding threatens your immediate area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow instructions from emergency services if they\u2019re directing people away from an area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not touch electrical infrastructure that has been exposed to water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not re-enter a flooded building until authorities confirm it\u2019s safe to do so<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F-450x300.png 450w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F-1200x800.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/FD3D15E0-39A0-4716-843F-65B701D0DF5F.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-163513968\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who to Call in an Emergency<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep these numbers saved in your phone. Note that they\u2019re specific to each metro, so use the one that applies to where you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>National emergency numbers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Police, ambulance and fire (from any phone): 10111<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General emergency (from any cellphone, even without airtime): 112<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fire and ambulance toll-free: 10177<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>City of Johannesburg<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Emergency Connect (24-hour, all life-threatening emergencies): 011 375 5911<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD): 011 758 9100<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>City of Tshwane<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Emergency Services (all emergencies): 012 358 2111<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tshwane Emergency Services Call Centre: 012 358 9999<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tshwane Metro Police (24-hour, all emergencies): 012 664 4445<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disaster Management (to report incidents): 012 358 2225 \/ 2280 \/ 2255<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>City of Ekurhuleni<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disaster &amp; Emergency Management Services (life-threatening emergencies): 011 458 0911<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gauteng Ambulance Services: 011 564 2210 \/ 2211<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Get Live Weather and Road Updates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save these numbers under simple labels like \u201cEmergency \u2013 Joburg\u201d or \u201cEmergency \u2013 Tshwane\u201d so they\u2019re easy to find in a hurry. If you\u2019re unsure which service to call, dial 112 from your cellphone and the operator will direct you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t rely on a single update from earlier today. Conditions during a cold front can shift within hours, so check these official sources directly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weathersa.co.za\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.weathersa.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South African Weather Service (SAWS)<\/a> - for the latest official warnings and forecasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.i-traffic.co.za\/map\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.i-traffic.co.za\/map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">i-Traffic<\/a> - for real-time incidents, road disruptions and national-road information across Gauteng<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your local municipality (<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.joburg.org.za\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.joburg.org.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">City of Johannesburg<\/a>\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ekurhuleni.gov.za\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ekurhuleni.gov.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">City of Ekurhuleni<\/a><strong>)<\/strong> - for local emergency updates and disaster management information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gauteng traffic authorities and metro police<\/strong> - for road-specific updates in your area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are the sources that will actually reflect what\u2019s happening right now, rather than what was reported earlier in the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-163513968\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Quick Gauteng Cold-Front Checklist<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Screenshot this and keep it handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Before you leave<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2610 Check the weather warning<br>\u2610 Check your route<br>\u2610 Check for road closures<br>\u2610 Charge your phone<br>\u2610 Carry warm clothing<br>\u2610 Tell someone where you\u2019re going<br>\u2610 Make sure you have enough fuel<br>\u2610 Keep an alternative route in mind<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On the road<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2610 Slow down<br>\u2610 Increase your following distance<br>\u2610 Use headlights when visibility is poor<br>\u2610 Never drive through floodwater<br>\u2610 Never bypass road barriers<br>\u2610 Follow traffic officials<br>\u2610 Stop somewhere safe if conditions become dangerous<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stay Safe Out There<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conditions during this Gauteng cold front can change quickly, and forecasts may be updated as the day goes on. Stay informed through official channels, plan ahead before you travel, don\u2019t take unnecessary risks on the road, and follow instructions from emergency services and traffic officials at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gauteng is facing a severe cold front with freezing temperatures, heavy rain and hazardous driving conditions. Here\u2019s what you need to know, who to call and how to stay safe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":40223,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"Cold,Gauteng","rank_math_title":"Gauteng Cold Front: Emergency Guide, Road Safety &amp; Contacts","rank_math_description":"A severe cold front has hit Gauteng. 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