JOHANNESBURG - The weather service has issued a thunderstorm warning for parts of Joburg going into the weekend.
Emergency services have been placed on high alert.
Motorists are urged to exercise caution while driving, extend a safe following distance, and avoid crossing flooded roads and low-lying bridges.
"Faith-based organisations are urged to avoid visiting river streams (day and night) to conduct baptism and cleansing rituals during this rainy period to prevent incidents where congregants might be swept away while conducting these rituals," said Joburg EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi.
"EMS Units, Disaster Management Monitoring Teams and the Swift Water Rescue Unit remain on high alert, monitoring all seven regions for any emergencies which might occur."
Mulaudzi encouraged the public to call the Emergency Management Services Command and Control Centre on 011 375 5911 for any life-threatening emergencies.