WESTERN CAPE. – The Cape of Good Hope SPCA is warning pet owners to make preparations for severe thunderstorms expected today (Wednesday) in Cape Town and parts of the Western Cape. The South African Weather Service has issued a yellow level two warning for severe thunderstorms, with possible hail, heavy lightning and gusts of wind between 40 and 55 km/h.
The SPCA is calling on owners to keep animals safe, dry and sheltered indoors where possible, away from the noise of the storm.
Fences and gates must be checked, as frightened animals may try to escape. Animals must not be chained or left without adequate shelter, while farm animals must also be protected against flooding and lightning. The public is further asked to look out for animals in their communities that may be exposed to the elements during the severe weather.
This article is an automatic English translation of a Nuusflits article originally published in Afrikaans. Read the Afrikaans original.
