The high-lying areas in the Western Cape were blanketed in snow this week. The picturesque scenes have drawn many visitors to the area, but authorities have urged them to stay home.
The Western Cape Disaster Management Centre were alerted to an influx of visitors to the Cape Winelands, and in particular the Witzenberg area. Visitors were eager to see the snowfall on the mountain ranges in the area.
The Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, is requesting members of the public not to travel outside their municipal areas.
“Travel restrictions remain in place with regards to ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and the public is cautioned to adhere to the existing regulations,” says Bredell.
Rather than taking a chance, cure your wanderlust pangs with this incredible photographs of the recent snowfall:
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The Cape is in for chilly weather over the next week as South African Weather Service (SAWS) has predicted more cold weather in certain parts.
According to weather.com, the Winelands are also in for some crisp temperatures over the next week.
Picture: Lienkie van der Merwe at Heiveld Dan in the Koue Bokkeveld