Mmegi

Meteorological services urges Batswana to stay vigilant

Rain fall distruction. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG
Rain fall distruction. PIC PHATSIMO KAPENG

Botswana Meteorological Services (BMS) has urged Batswana to remain vigilant and take safety precautions over the persistent downpours of heavy rain across the country. Meteorological services noted that Botswana will continue to experience rain over the next week.

"Heavy falls of 50mm or more in 24 hours with potential of flash flooding are expected in some areas of the country. Therefore, the public is advised to take necessary precautions," reported the meteorological service.

Since the heavy rainfalls over the weekend, Water Utilities has reported that water levels at the dams have surged, with most recording over 90%.

Editor's Comment
Use social media to build, not destro

It is a warning flare to every Motswana who logs onto social media. As a country, we have reached a point where the line between robust debate and outright destruction has become dangerously blurred. At face value, Mabeo’s response, which seeks an apology and threat of a defamation suit, might seem severe to some. But we cannot ignore the context. The comment in question did not offer a policy critique or question a political decision.It...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up