Archive · 13 Jun 2025
South Africa Flooding Death Toll Rises to 78
Heavy rain caused big floods in South Africa.
The floods have sadly caused the deaths of many people, with the number of deaths reaching 78.
Rescue teams are still looking for more people who may need help.
The bad weather also caused problems with roads and electricity.
The weather came from a winter cold front which brought heavy rain and snow to the area.
The death toll from heavy flooding in South Africa's Eastern Cape province has reached 78.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing.
Heavy rain and snow have affected parts of South Africa.
The severe weather is due to a winter cold front.
The weather disrupted transport and power networks.
- Who
- The death toll has been reported.
- What
- Flooding caused by heavy rain and snow.
- When
- This week, due to a winter cold front.
- Where
- Eastern Cape province, South Africa.
- Why
- Caused by heavy rain and snow.
Affected areas
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Flooding impact area
Affected areas
The Eastern Cape province.
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No opposing views identified.
- Death toll
- 78 (and rising)
- Province
- Eastern Cape, South Africa
- Weather event
- Heavy rain and snow
- Cause
- Severe winter cold front
- Impact
- Disrupted transport and power networks