From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
Braving fierce winds and crashing waves, our family spent Sunday exploring the untamed beauty of Cape Town’s shores.
Starting at Camps Bay, we marvelled at the wild waves before moving to Maiden’s Cove and Clifton Beaches to witness the dramatic scenes of the beaches. Our journey continued through Bantry Bay and along the Sea Point Promenade, where we saw waves crashing and witnessed close encounters as onlookers visited the shores. The adventure culminated at the iconic corner of Sea Point and Mouille Point, known for its ferocious waves. This exhilarating day showcased nature’s raw power and beauty, allowing our family to appreciate Cape Town’s stunning coastline again, come rain or shine.
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
Read on to see more images of the day’s adventures:
On Sunday, July 7th, we set out on an adventure to experience and capture the extreme weather conditions around Cape Town. Our journey began at Camps Bay, where we photographed the tumultuous ocean, marvelling at the wild waves.
Next, we visited Maiden’s Cove, taking in the dramatic scenes of the four Clifton beaches, where waves crashed fiercely against the shore. We continued our drive to Bantry Bay along the Sea Point Promenade. We stopped at the Sea Point swimming pool, witnessing someone being blown by the wind as waves crashed nearby.
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
Our adventure led us to the iconic corner where Sea Point and Mouille Point meet, known for its ferocious waves. The day was an exhilarating experience for our family, showcasing nature’s raw power and beauty, rain or shine.
This excursion allowed them to appreciate the magnitude of Mother Nature and the stunning, albeit wild, coastal scenes Cape Town has to offer.
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
WITH the Western Cape currently battered by strong winds, cold fronts, flooding and snow, the province and its people and animals are suffering and need help.
The bad weather is set to continue until the weekend at least, with the South African Weather Service issuing a Level 4 warning for damaging winds and heavy rains on Tuesday. A series of cold fronts are still on track to make landfall until Friday.
The torrential rainfall and strong winds have led to animal shelters appealing for assistance to ensure the safety and comfort of distressed animals.
Cape of Good Hope SPCA communications manager Belinda Abraham said the organisation was inundated with calls for help, with many animals also roaming the streets.
She said: “Wild animals are also being displaced, and we have had the unseasonal admission of a puff adder, stabbed with a hot poker while trying to flee a flooded area for safer, higher ground.
“We desperately need blankets and dry and wet dog food.”
Meanwhile, Gift of The Givers founder Imtiaz Sooliman said Western Cape Disaster Management, as well as multiple municipalities in the province, contacted the organisation on Friday to be on standby due to the orange Level 6-8 storm warning.
Dr Imtiaz Sooliman. Picture: Armand Hough, Independent Newspapers
He added that teams have hit the ground running, working around the clock and getting completely soaked as they respond to desperate calls from all over the Cape Metro.
Schools opening today will further jeopardise the well-being and education of thousands of learners.
Dr Sooliman said that hunger is the most pressing concern.
He added: “Feeding upwards of 15,000 people, providing thousands of blankets, mattresses, meals, bottled water, items of warm clothing, diapers, sanitary pads, babycare packs and replacement of school uniforms and stationery is a mammoth and very expensive exercise requiring resources in the millions for effective, decisive intervention.”
Sooliman urged South Africans to contribute towards relief efforts through:
Gift of the Givers Standard Bank, Pietermaritzburg
Account number: 052137228
Reference: Storms.
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
In an update on the aftermath of the storm that hit Cape Town, the City of Cape Town’s Disaster Risk Management, it was revealed that nearly 3,000 structures were affected.
The Western Cape has been hit with gale-force winds, torrential rains and thunderstorms.
The South African Weather Service issued a level 9 weather warning on the weekend.
The City’s Disaster Risk Management spokesperson, Charlotte Powell, said officials are monitoring high-risk areas and determining the need for humanitarian and engineering relief where impacts have been reported.
A tree fell on six shacks in Kayamnandi in Stellenbosch. Picture: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers
Department volunteers are also on the ground assisting with damage assessments.
- Cape Storm: uprooted tree incidents exceed winter 2023 incidents
- Harsh weather conditions – rise in claims after bad Western Cape weather
- Overberg and Cape Winelands schools closed on Tuesday due to weather conditions
- Gift of the Givers in full swing to aid victims of severe weather across SA
- Cape storm: roof damage, power cuts across the City
- Huguenot Tunnel reopened for traffic
- NSRI on high alert amid adverse weather in the Western Cape
Danie Ackermann Primary School was damaged by wind in Somerset west. Picture: Ayanda Ndamane/ Independent Newspapers
“At least 28 incidents have been listed in areas where structural damage occurred due to the wind, including Delft, Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Blue Downs, Somerset West, Northpine, Sir Lowry’s Pass, Monwabisi and commercial properties in Strand.
Thick clouds roll in over the Cape Town city bowl. Picture: Armand Hough / Independent Newspapers
“At this stage, the number of structures affected – subject to more detailed assessment – is 2,779. Reports of flooding were received in Gaba Village (Leonsdale/Epping area), 12 structures in Empolweni, Khayelitsha, and approximately 400 structures in Monwabisi. In many instances, affected residents are sheltering with friends and family,” Powell said.
A concrete lamppost fell onto a parked car in Sea Point. Picture: Armand Hough/ Independent Newspapers
Disaster Risk Management has arranged humanitarian relief through its non-governmental organisation (NGO) partners, while the Roads Department is assisting with providing sand in some areas.
Floods in Strand as heavy rains and winds continue to lash Western Cape. Picture: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers
“More than 100 incidents of uprooted/damaged trees have been reported since Saturday – Recreation and Parks and the Traffic Service are attending to these incidents.
Floods in Strand as heavy rains and winds continue to lash Western Cape. Picture: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers
Relevant city departments are dealing with burst pipes and electricity outages and managing remaining road closures.
Roofs are damaged as strong winds and rain continue in Strand, Cape Town. Picture: Ayanda Ndamane / Independent Newspapers
“The City thanks Checkers 60/60, Peninsula Beverages, and Community Chest, who have heeded the call for donations through foodstuff, blankets, water, and refreshments. GrandWest will be donating soft relief in the amount of R132,000,” Powell said.
robin.francke@iol.co.za
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
From Campsbay to Moulipoint, we chased the foam-washed shores, got pelted by the icy cold rain and blasted by the stormy winds; oh, what fun we had. Cape of Storms, storm winds, cold Front, Western Cape Storms, Moulipoint, Seapoint, Camps Bay, Storm Chasers
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