Flooding risks persist across eastern Africa, while South Africa remains drier-than-average
Africa Weather Hazards
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Continued above-average rainfall has triggered flooding across eastern Africa. Rain is forecast to continue next week maintaining high flood risk.
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Locust swarms continue to affect parts of Sudan, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Somalia, and Yemen. The chance of a lotus outbreak has increased in north and eastern areas.
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A delayed and poor start to the rainfall season has resulted in large deficits in parts of South Africa.
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Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of Gauteng Province, South Africa. Flooding count continue into next week with additional rain.
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Heavy rainfall triggered flooding in Tanzania last week. Heavy rain is expected to continue maintaining risks for flooding.