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Western Cape provides free vehicle safety checks ahead of school reopening
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (231+ words) WCape offers free safety checks for scholar transport (taxis, vans, buses) in July 2026 to prevent accidents and save lives. Get a 37-point inspection, report, and discounts. The Western Cape is making school transport super safe with free vehicle checks. They…...
WCED boosts school security across Western Cape ahead of June holidays
3+ week, 2+ day ago (436+ words) WCED boosts holiday security for 453 schools in 2026, using data, multi-layered guarding, and tech to protect against theft and vandalism. The Western Cape takes school security seriously during holidays! They use a big budget, smart plans, and even a special algorithm…...
Western Cape floods leave R9 billion cost and lasting impact
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (725+ words) capetown.today Western Cape deluge 2026: Unprecedented rainfall, R9bn damage, failed defenses, and the human cost of a 1-in-200-year storm. In May 2026, Cape Town was hit by a massive flood, a "once-in-two-centuries deluge." This disaster happened because three strong low-pressure systems,…...
93 residents evacuated as relentless rain batters the Garden Route
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1138+ words) South Africa's Western Cape faces catastrophic floods from a stalled weather system. Red alerts issued as heavy rains cause evacuations & widespread damage. A huge, stubborn storm is causing crazy floods in South Africa's Garden Route. It's raining non-stop, making rivers…...
Western Cape schools close in Eden and Central Karoo as heavy rain threat looms
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (652+ words) Severe cut-off low hits South-Western Cape, forcing school closures in Eden & Central Karoo. Heavy rains, snow, and disruptions expected. A giant storm, named CL-2024-C, is heading for the South-Western Cape, bringing huge amounts of rain and even snow. Emergency plans…...
Franschhoek Pass closed indefinitely due to storm damage
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (657+ words) Franschhoek Pass vanishes after a mega-storm, isolating the "Valley of the Huguenots." Discover the geology, economics, and climate impact. The Franschhoek Pass vanished overnight because crazy heavy rains, 312 mm in just 24 hours, turned the mountain into mush. This caused huge…...
Storm warning forces school closures across parts of Western Cape
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (615+ words) capetown.today Western Cape schools in Eden and Central Karoo districts closed for 48 hours due to a rare and severe storm called a 'cut-off low'. This dangerous weather system is expected to bring heavy rain (up to 200 mm) and strong winds…...
SAWS issues advisory as another cold front makes its way to the Cape
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (342+ words) Cold front hits Western Cape Sunday! Expect harsh winter weather: strong winds, heavy rain, snow, and a drastic temperature drop. Get ready, Cape Town! A super strong storm is coming this weekend. It will bring lots of rain, really fast…...
Cape Town pools to remain open as temperatures soar
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (531+ words) capetown.today Cape Town is facing a scorching autumn heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 37°C! While many pools are closed, 23 municipal pools remain open to offer a refreshing escape, including large outdoor tanks and cozy indoor options. You can also…...
Cape Town fires surge as heat and winds stretch emergency crews
6+ mon, 2+ day ago (698+ words) Cape Town's fire season intensifies with wind, heat, and human risk creating a perfect storm. Fires surge, resources strain, and new tech emerges. Cape Town is facing a fiery crisis! Strong winds, lots of dry plants, and even everyday house…...