Tragedy struck the Eastern Cape province of South Africa as heavy rains unleashed devastating floods on Saturday, leading to the loss of two lives and leaving four individuals missing.
The victims, a man and a child, were found deceased at separate locations, local media reported on Sunday, citing authorities. Meanwhile, four women remain unaccounted for as search and rescue operations continue.
Parts of Kariega, a town north of Gqeberha city within the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, are submerged underwater, cutting off communities and disrupting daily life.
Despite the challenges, heroic efforts have saved 70 people overnight, with emergency services tirelessly working to locate those still missing.
The Eastern Cape floods highlight the growing impact of extreme weather events, urging communities and governments to strengthen preparedness and response strategies.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
