South Africa weather service warns of flooding

The South African Weather Service has warned of floods expected in Eastern Cape and KwaZulu Natal provinces.

Heavy rains are expected to start on Friday and could disrupt transport by damaging roads.

Residents have also been warned of light snowfalls expected in the Drakensberg mountain range.

The weather service said a cold spell of the season was expected around southern, central and eastern parts of the country.

This article originally appeared on BBC News

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