Kariega storm — live updates, safety advice and local reports

If you’re tracking the Kariega storm, this tag page collects our latest reporting, eyewitness accounts, photos and official updates in one place. We focus on clear, practical info you can use now.

What you’ll find here

Daily updates: timelines of how the storm is developing and where the worst impacts are reported. Local reports: on-the-ground stories from residents and local officials, plus photos and short videos. Safety notices: road closures, school cancellations and rescue operations flagged as they happen. Practical guides: quick checklists for households and small businesses that face flooding or wind damage.

Immediate safety steps

If you’re in the Kariega area, first check official warnings from the South African Weather Service and your municipal emergency services. Move to higher ground if you are in a floodplain. Secure loose objects outside, close windows, and unplug non-essential electronics to avoid surge damage. Keep a battery-powered radio or charged phone with local emergency numbers saved.

Prepare a small emergency kit: bottled water for three days, nonperishable food, a basic first-aid kit, torch and spare batteries, essential medication, and copies of IDs. If you must evacuate, take the kit and follow routes set by authorities.

Avoid driving through flooded roads. Even shallow water can stall a car or hide washed-out surfaces. If roads look unsafe, wait for official reopening notices.

If you see someone in danger, call local emergency services rather than attempting risky rescues yourself. Flood currents and fallen power lines are the main hidden dangers after storms.

For property owners: photograph damage for insurance, move valuables to upper floors, and keep receipts for emergency repairs.

How we report: Our reporters verify tips from readers and cross-check with official sources before publishing. You can send photos and short videos via our mobile tipline or use the comment section on each story. We aim to publish verified updates quickly while noting when details remain unconfirmed.

Stay updated: turn on push alerts from Ginger Apple News, follow our social channels for live posts, and refresh this tag page for the latest articles and multimedia. We group all Kariega storm coverage here so you don’t miss new developments.

If you need help or want to share verified info, check the contact details on each article. We will not publish private data that could put people at risk.

This tag is updated throughout the day. Bookmark it and check back often during active weather. Your safety and accurate local reporting are our priorities.

Want to help neighbors? Check with local community centres and registered NGOs before donating. Cash is fastest for relief groups, but avoid sharing bank details in public posts. Beware of scams: confirm charity registration numbers and ask how funds are used. If you're a volunteer, register with local emergency teams so your time and skills are used safely.

We also archive related stories on flooding, power outages and recovery to help plan ahead—search this site for past storms and lessons learned.

Stay safe.