Скачать или смотреть Understanding the current weather patterns

After several consecutive days of heavy rainfall, flooding continues to affect parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, disrupting roads, schools, businesses, and travel in some areas.

Similar flooding has been reported in Mozambique, highlighting a broader regional weather system. Authorities are urging caution, especially in low-lying areas, as more rain is possible. All this whilst teams remain on high alert in parts of the Eastern Cape after several days of hot, dry and windy conditions fueled wildfires in the region.

We're joined now by Professor Jennifer Fitchett, Professor of Physical Geography and Head of Postgraduate Studies and Research Development, University of the Witwatersrand, to explain what's driving these conditions and what people need to know.

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