Weather tracker: US and Mexico brace for heatwave as deadly floods hit South Africa
Summary
A strong heatwave is hitting parts of the western US and Mexico, with temperatures much higher than usual. At the same time, South Africa is facing heavy rains and strong winds causing floods, damage, and evacuations across several regions.Key Facts
- Western US and Mexico will experience a heatwave with temperatures 10-15°C above normal.
- Cities like Palm Springs could reach 40-43°C (104-110°F) with heat warnings in place.
- The heat is expected to move eastward to the US Midwest later this week.
- South Africa is getting heavy rain and strong winds, raising flood and mudslide risks.
- Western and Northern Cape regions may see over 200mm of rain, with mountainous areas near 300mm.
- Winds in southern South Africa could exceed 60 mph (97 km/h), especially in mountains.
- Recent floods caused road closures, power outages, and evacuations of more than 2,000 people.
- One death was reported in Knysna, Western Cape, due to flooding.
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