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  1. Global temperature rise above 1.5 degrees Celsius and the impact of fossil fuels are being monitored regarding the Earth and the Amazon.
  2. Global warming is driving extreme weather events, including a surge in floods, as of May 28, 2026.
  3. Severe flood damage has occurred to roads and infrastructure in the Western Cape, following heavy rains.

Flooding overwhelmed the water infrastructure of Beaufort West, a town located within the larger Western Cape provincial area.

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Flooding overwhelmed the water infrastructure of Beaufort West, a town located within the larger Western Cape provincial area.

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Gamka RiverBeaufort WestWestern Cape

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  1. Dam overflow on the Gamka River due to adverse weather conditions.1 source
  2. Flooding overwhelmed the water infrastructure of Beaufort West, a town located within the larger Western Cape provincial area.1 source

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Severe flood damage has occurred to roads and infrastructure in the Western Cape, following heavy rains.

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