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2015 to be earth's hottest year
Soaring temperatures have been caused by the El Niño weather pattern, which is the strongest on record.
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UN Weather Bureau: Past 5 years hottest in recorded history
Many extreme weather events, especially heatwaves, have been influenced by climate change.
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Eskom promises load shedding-free summer
The power utility says dams which are used to generate electricity, are still in a comfortable position.
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Hailstorms & strong winds hit Pretoria
The South African Weather Service says cooler conditions are due to the cold front.
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JHB water restrictions to remain in place
Joburg Water says restrictions will be enforced even though the heatwave in Gauteng has passed.
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30 percent chance of rain predicted for GP on Friday
In Gauteng, low rainfall has contributed to an increasingly dire water crisis.
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JHB residents urged to reduce water consumption to avoid crisis
Residents have been advised not to water their gardens, refill swimming pools or wash cars during daylight.
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City of Joburg implements level 2 water restrictions
Consumers and businesses are urged not to water their gardens between 6am and 6pm.
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Heatwave to hit Gauteng, Limpopo & Mpumalanga this week
Weather SA warns hot & dry conditions are expected with temperatures in some areas reaching over 40 degrees.
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'SA won’t see significant rainfall until autumn 2016'
Forecasters say global warming and the El Niño effect are likely to blame for the lack of rainfall in SA.
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Lack of rain results in water restrictions warning
The South African Weather Service says the country is experiencing below normal rainfall this season.
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Heatwave: Residents must use water sparingly
Parts of Tshwane were affected by water cuts at the weekend due to increased demand during the heatwave.
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City of Joburg ensures taps don’t run dry during heatwave
Both Rand Water and the city say they they have a contingency plan in place to ensure taps in don’t run dry.
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Heatwave: At least 6 people treated for heat exhaustion
Emergency services are increasing calls to residents to avoid strenuous activity and remain hydrated.
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Heatwave causes water shortages in parts of Tshwane
High lying areas, including Waterkloof Park and Constantia Park are experiencing low water pressure.
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Heatwave: Gauteng warned of ‘extremely hot’ weekend
The SA Weather Service has issued another heatwave warning in Gauteng, Limpopo & Mpumalanga.
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Two boys drown in Limpopo dam
The bodies of the boys aged six and eight were discovered on Wednesday in Phalaborwa.
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Gauteng to get no respite from heatwave
The South African Weather Service has warned the situation will worsen today and tomorrow.
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'Gauteng heatwave will worsen'
Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 38 °C in Tshwane and 36 °C in Johannesburg by Friday.
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Eskom: Heatwave could affect cooling systems at power stations
The South African Weather Service has warned that high temperatures will persist in parts of the country.
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Heatwave: Pet owners urged to protect their animals
The SPCA has urged pet owners in Gauteng, Limpopo & Mpumalanga to take precautions this week.
