Wednesday Morning Spice
KZN’s deadly storm. Public Prosecutor under fire. Trump wants IQ test. California’s apocalypse. Gaansbaai abalone poachers and shark attacks. Contract vs prepaid cellphones. Black Dove model speaks out.
Five Videos That Sum Up The Storm Situation In KZN Right Now
A massive storm smashed into Durban’s coastline this morning, and has already wreaked havoc with flash floods and strong winds. Take a look for yourself.
Insane Pictures And Videos From Yesterday’s Jozi Flood And Hail Storm
Johannesburg was hit by a massive storm yesterday afternoon, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Let’s check on the hail, tornadoes and flooding.
“I NEED YOU TO RELAX” – The #CapeStorm Video Everyone Is Talking About – #Relax
You can only watch this video below if you promise to RELAX, RELAX, RELAX, RELAX, CALM DOWN and RELAX.
The Best Pictures And Videos From The #CapeStorm So Far
Feel it, it is here – the monster finally kicked into gear late last night, and it did manage to do some damage. Of course the ‘best’ is still to come.
Stay Inside Your Homes: All You Need To Know About The Monster Storm Arriving Tonight [Video]
Guys, the City of Cape Town is warning Capetonians to stay inside their homes and tie down belongings. We’re not messing around – it’s about to get real.
BREAKING: Western Cape Schools Are Officially Closed Tomorrow Thanks To The Storm
It’s official: schools in the Western Cape will be closed tomorrow. Wee rate that means businesses should be, too.
Monster Storm Set To “Smash Into Cape Town” This Week [Video]
According to weather reporters, there’s a “dik” storm coming through this week and y’all better be prepared. Perhaps all those prayers have been answered.
Windsurfing In A Hurricane Is Mental [Video]
You have heard of storm chasers, but have you ever heard of windsurfers who dare to challenge the waves they bring? Check these guys out
This Is What Happens If You Jump During A 175 Km/h Wind [Video]
We may have been dubbed the Cape of Storms back in the day, but it isn’t often we see wind conditions like these from over in the US.
Colorado Storm Chaser’s Tornado Footage Is Beyond Anything You’ve Ever Seen [Video]
Reed Timmer has a reputation as something of a madman, although even by his standards this footage is off the charts.
The Snow Is So Deep In America That This ‘Snow Diving’ Trend Has Started [Video]
The U.S. is in the midst of weathering a massive storm, snow falling in vast quantities along the east coast. Cue these creative peeps.
This Is How Bad The Storm Was In Cape Town This Weekend [Images]
The weather in Cape Town has been a little confused as to which season we’re in, treating us to blistering summer and frightfully wintery days in one week.
Friday Morning Spice
Cape flood warning. Naspers raises R15billion. Taylor Swift apologises. All-white Bok side anger. Coca-Cola puts pressure on FIFA. Trump might go it alone. Financial Times sold. US theatre shooting – 3 dead. Patrice’s new venture.
California Storms So Big People Surf On Lake [Video]
A massive storm descended upon California, this can only mean one thing: Surf’s up dudes! Check out this incredible waves here!
Enjoy This Kid’s Hair – Her Mother Was Struck By Lightning Before Her Birth
A year ago this little bundle of joy was born a couple week premature by emergency C-section after her parents were struck by lightening. Yes, they were full on struck by lightening, and the baby survived! Does this hairstyle remind you of any other superhero?
These Freezing Pictures From The US Will Blow Your Mind [GALLERY]
The frigid conditions in the US are no longer a laughing matter, as cold air that was trapped in the Canadian arctic continues to spread across America, freezing whole cities in its wake.
The UK Storm Is Destroying Landmarks [PHOTOS]
England’s worst spate of storms in over 20 years is continuing to batter coastlines and drown villages – but they’re also doing damage to historic landmarks.
WATCH: Yesterday’s Golf-Ball Hailstorm In Gauteng [VIDEO]
Yesterday afternoon, like so many summer afternoons in Johannesburg, saw some really destructive hail tear through parts of the city, leaving hundreds of people questioning the safety of their cars, windows and pets.
Billionaire Problems: Helicopter Blows Over On Superyacht Landing Pad [PHOTO]
Attessa IV is a very well known superyacht. It’s even been chartered by Bill and Melinda Gates. And anyone who knows about the Riviera will agree that a helicopter landing pad is an absolute must. Until the wind blows too hard.
WATCH: Insane Time-Lapse Of Texas Thunderstorm [VIDEO]
After four years of searching, Mike Olbinski finally got to capture the storm he had been hoping for. Click through to check out the crazy time-lapse.
This Is What It Looks Like When You Drive Through A Tornado [VIDEO]
What with it being storm season in Oklahoma, storm chasers are dotted around the area hoping to nab footage of monster twisters. Here’s a video of one storm chasing team who got way, way too close.
Incredible Shots Of Yesterday’s Lightning Storm In Cape Town [Photo Gallery]
Local photographer and 2oceansviber, Dylan Haskin, took these shots early yesterday evening, as Cape Town witnessed an epic lightning storm. I watched it from the Safe House in Camps Bay and was hoping someone took some pics! Click through for gallery.
Footage Of SA Tourists Trapped In Lesotho Snow Over Weekend [VIDEO]
A major rescue operation on Sunday saw 41 people trapped on the Butha Buthe Pass en route to Afri-Ski and the Oxbow Lodge, in Lesotho, brought to safety. Check out video footage inside.