Heavy downpours expected in Nelson Mandela Bay - Nandipha Plaatjie shares more

The Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Disaster Management says heavy downpours are expected this afternoon (Tuesday, 05 may 2026).

This after the South African Weather Service issued a yellow level 6 warning for sever thunderstorms across the Eastern Cape.

The Metro is on high alert and has activated its joint operations centre in preparation for the extreme weather conditions.

For more we cross live to our reporter Nandipha Plaatjie in Gqeberha.

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