Cape storm: Body found in the Overberg

As reported by SABC, a body was found near the main road between Malgas and Swellendam in the Overberg after two days of the devastating Cape storm. The victim has not yet been identified.

Authorities are investigating and will release more information once the next of kin has been notified. The search for another missing person is still underway as well.

Cape storm claims another life

Watch: Officials at the scene

This is a developing story, more to follow.

Cape Storm: Devastating after effects

In other news, the storm also claimed the lives of two people near Bonnievale on the R317. According to reports, they were trapped in a vehicle submerged in water. Western Cape officials also confirmed roads have been damaged.

In addition, major commuter routes were closed while vehicles were being swept away in some provincial districts. The local government also confirmed reports of children trapped under a bridge. They were taken to safety.

Several roads were left badly damaged, while Meiringspoort was closed – but has since been reopened. That said, the most significant damage due to the weather was reported across the Cape Winelands.

In addition, farmers from Riversonderend were evacuated on Friday while residents from Struisbaai were forced to flee their homes due to flooding in the region earlier this week.

“Those who were evacuated are currently being housed at various temporary shelters in the area”.

SABC News Western Cape