Johannesburg EMS on alert as severe storms expected [SOUND]

# Johannesburg Emergency Management Services has urged residents to remain vigilant as thunderstorms, heavy rain, strong winds and hail are expected across parts of the city. The South African Weather Service has issued a Level Two warning for severe thunderstorms continuing into the weekend. EMS spokesperson Kagiso Phasha is urging motorists to slow down, maintain safe following distances, avoid flooded roads, while pedestrians should stay away from flooded areas and fast-flowing water: