This September, South Africa has been gripped by unseasonably late snowstorms, affecting coastal regions, particularly in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and Free State. These rare storms have led to tragic consequences, with two reported deaths due to hypothermia, highlighting the severe impact of unexpected weather events.
The snowstorms have caused significant disruptions, including the closure of major highways, stranding vehicles and impacting travel. This unusual weather pattern raises alarming questions about climate stability, as South Africa typically does not experience snow this late in the year.
KZN – N3 Route: Van Reenens Pass – snow clearing works continue pic.twitter.com/FYTUxfqC7h
— TrafficSA (@TrafficSA) September 21, 2024
Sources:
apnews.com/article/south-africa-snowstorms-death-flooding-roads-0313688e8f460866322d825720085bd3
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/late-snowstorms-batter-south-africas-coast-leave-2-113930318