Today (Wednesday 21 June) marks almost two weeks to the date since torrential rains started to batter the Helderberg, causing the Lourens River to burst its banks, overflowing canals and street closures as locals continue to deal with related infrast
Although mop-up operations are under way after a storm battered the Western Cape on Wednesday, there is no sign of relief on Thursday as the downpours and gusts of wind continue to sow destruction.
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Heavy rains and strong winds have left a trail of destruction in Cape Town, causing rivers to overflow their banks, road closures, and severe flooding throughout the city.