[File photo]A construction worker drinks water in temperatures that have reached well above triple digits in Palm Springs,.[File photo]A construction worker drinks water in temperatures that have reached well above triple digits in Palm Springs,.
Government has urged people to take extra caution as the heatwave persists in certain parts of the country.Government Communication Information System Acting Director General, Michael Currin, says government is extremely sad to hear about the deaths. “We are concerned about the impact of the hot weather parts of South Africa have been experiencing. We are extremely sad to hear about the passing of eight people that have died of heat stroke in the Northern Cape after a heatwave hit the province over the week. Government sends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families.”“Residents must drink water and wear light clothing. If you are working in direct sunlight take regular breaks to avoid exhaustion.