Parts of KwaZulu-Natal will face high fire danger conditions
'While Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal stay largely dry, eastern Free State and parts of Mpumalanga could experience isolated to scattered thundershowers,' Zonke explained.
Despite no major weather warnings for KZN, high fire danger conditions remain a concern for parts of the province. Residents are urged to take precautions to prevent runaway fires, especially in drier rural areas.
'There's an elevated fire risk for northern interior parts of KwaZulu-Natal, particularly where temperatures rise and humidity drops,' Zonke warned.
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