CoJ Disaster Management

06/03/2026

🌧️⚠️LEVEL 4 WEATHER WARNING

The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 4 Impact-Based Warning for severe thunderstorms into Friday evening on 6 March (23:59).

What to expect:

Heavy downpours and flooding of low-lying roads and bridges
Possible damage to infrastructure and informal settlements

Safety tips:

Avoid crossing flooded roads or bridges
Stay indoors where possible and away from metal objects
Do not shelter under trees during lightning

17/02/2026

Disaster Preparedness

17 February 2026

As part of the City of Joburg Disaster Management's Business Emergency Evacuation Programme, the Region E Team conducted a successful evacuation simulation for nearly 3600 employees at Alexander Forbes in Ward 103.

14/01/2026

14 Jan'25 Disaster Risk Awareness

The Region E Disaster Management Team is in Ward 81 (Pan Mall) and 91 (Marlboro) as part of the City of Joburg Mayoral High-Impact Service Delivery Programme.

Key COJ People’s MMC Public Safety Focus Areas:
- Informal settlement and backyard dwelling fire mitigation: Practice safe cooking, avoid illegal connections, and report hazards early.
- Heatwave preparedness: Stay hydrated, check on vulnerable family members, and avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours.

Together, we can reduce disaster risks and protect lives.

In an Emergency Contact: 011 375 5911

13/01/2026

2026 SUMMER DISASTER RISK AWARENESS

The City of Johannesburg Disaster Management Centre is participating in the Mayoral High-Impact Service Delivery Programme in Region A, Ward 110, to focus on keeping our communities safe and resilient.

Key Focus Areas:
-Flooding mitigation & preparedness: Know your flood risk, avoid building in flood-prone areas, and keep emergency contacts handy.

- Informal settlement fire mitigation: Practice safe cooking, avoid illegal connections, and report hazards early.

- Heatwave preparedness: Stay hydrated, check on vulnerable family members, and avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours.

Together, we can reduce disaster risks and protect lives. Join us in spreading awareness and building a safer city.

In an Emergency Contact: 011 375 5911

17/12/2025

VANDALISM, UNSAFE electrical connections and INCORRECT use of electrical appliances are among the leading root causes of disastrous fires in the City of Joburg..

Disaster risk reduction is everybody's busines!

We all have a role to play...

Protect What Powers Our City

Cable theft and vandalism hurt everyone. Stay alert, get involved, and help safeguard vital infrastructure in your community. Together, we can keep the lights on. ^IM

15/12/2025

FOR FALLEN TREES CONTACT 011 375 5555

15/12/2025

♦️ NOTICE ♦️

The City of Johannesburg will not allow street bashes for the entire festive season. Any unauthorised or non-compliant events will be shut down immediately, and organisers will be held fully accountable under the law.

The Public Safety Department will enforce zero tolerance. Non-compliance will result in arrests.

📞 Tip-off line: 078 221 0419

05/12/2025

25/11/2025

⚠️PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT ⚠️

Severe thunderstorms are expected across most areas of the this Evening. Strong winds and hail are possible, and flash flooding may occur in low-lying areas.

Residents are urged to stay safe, and motorists are encouraged to drive carefully.

For emergencies, contact 112, or City of Joburg EMS and Disaster Management : 011 375 5911.

24/11/2025

18/11/2025

Disaster Awareness!!