The call comes after the South African Meteorological Service issued a warning of high temperatures in some provinces, where it is expected to reach a maximum of 37 degrees Celsius on Wednesday 13.

In this regard, Tshwane City Emergency Services spokesperson Lindela Mashigo explained that in this context residents are asked to be aware of the adverse effects that prolonged exposure to extreme hot weather conditions can cause.

These, she said, can include dehydration, heat exhaustion in severe circumstances, as well as heat stroke.

She also advised the population to be aware of the increased risk of fires in the rural grassland areas during the period.

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