Heavy storms devastated South Africa's Eastern Cape Province, causing flash floods that swept away a school bus, killing several children and adults. With 49 confirmed deaths, rescue operations are ongoing as many remain unaccounted for. The severe weather, described as unprecedented by local officials, led to thousands being displaced and left without essential services like water and electricity. The search for missing individuals continues, with initial rescue efforts having saved some who clung to trees.
As of Wednesday afternoon, the province's premier, Oscar Mabuyane, said 49 people had been killed. While the worst of the weather has passed, officials fear the toll could rise.
Disasters have hit our province, but we have never experienced this combination of torrential rain and snow, Mr. Mabuyane said, highlighting the unprecedented severity of the storm.
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