Heatwave: Here is how to protect yourself!
19 March 2025 | From Arrive Alive
The Western Cape has been experiencing high temperatures over the last few weeks, and the soaring temperatures will continue into this weekend. According to a warning the South African Weather Service has issued.
ER24 is urging people to be cautious. Many people spend large amounts of time outdoors. Heat injuries can occur when our bodies lose necessary body fluids and produce sweat. These injuries can be severe and can lead to death if untreated.
The signs and symptoms of heat injuries are:
• Cramps
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Fainting
• Seizures
Here are a few tips to beat the heat:
• Stay well hydrated by drinking a lot of water.
• Keep a close eye on babies, the elderly and children. Ensure they stay well hydrated as well.
• Remember to ensure pets have a cool place to relax and cool, clean water to drink as well.
• Try to keep out of direct sunlight.
• Wear the appropriate clothing and ensure you use sunscreen.
• Limit participation in outdoor activities. If you plan on participating in outdoor activities, ensure you rest and keep well hydrated.
• If you are going to spend time in a pool, ensure your safety and the children around you.
• Ensure that they are supervised while around and in the pool.
• Do not leave children and pets in a vehicle, even with a window open.
ER24 can be contacted on 084 124 for any medical emergency.
22 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Between Monday 14, Wednesday 16 and Sunday 19 April 2025, at, the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Intervention Unit Officers, intercepted Five (5) undocumented foreign Nationals for illegal mining and contravention of the Immigration Act.
While conducting an illegal mining operations
22 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
It appears that the driver of a truck lost control, resulting in the truck veering off the road and overturning. Fortunately, only minor injuries were reported in the crash.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE:
Early Emergency Medical Service (EMS) activation is the key to a speedy recovery and/or a positive outcome.
If
22 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
KZNVIP Response Teams, alongside multiple emergency services, responded to a reported business robbery in the Sunford area of Phoenix earlier today.
Upon arrival, it was established that a male and female were seated inside a restaurant awaiting their order when a white vehicle reportedly stopped
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
A mother and her child were left clinging to life after a serious crash at the intersection of Phoenix Highway and Ridgecroft this afternoon.
KZNVIP Emergency Response Teams were dispatched to the scene following reports of a major collision. Upon arrival, medics immediately began stabilising the
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Emergency services responded to the scene where a person was assaulted with an axe on Hoepoe street , Macassar
1 Patient with serious injuries.
Mike Charlie 1
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
This afternoon, a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Umgeni and Alpine Road which resulted in three individuals sustaining injuries.
KZNVIP Ambulance, along with other emergency services, responded promptly to the scene. The injured were stabilised on-site before being transported to nearby
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
As traffic volumes continue to increase due to people travelling to various destinations from celebrating the Easter, Mpumalanga Premier, Mr Mandla Ndlovu together with MECs for Community Safety, Security and Liaison and Public Works, Roads and
Transport, Mr Jackie Macie and Mr Thulasizwe Thomo respectively,
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Emergency services responded to the scene of a a collision on the R304 Klipheuwel Road.
Two vehicle involved
2 Vehicles involved.
5 Patients with minor injuries.
Mike Charlie 1
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Six people have died in a horrific head on collision on the R49 road between Zeerust and Kopfontein Port of Entry in the North West.
The accident happened at approximately 21:45 on Sunday evening, the 20th of April 2025. Four of the deceased are from one vehicle.
Two of the three from another
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
No injuries were reported in a head on collision on Pricklepear Road in Waterloo - KZN yesterday afternoon (Sunday).
Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) arrived on scene at approximately 21:42. It was established that a white NP200 bakkie was travelling downhill when it collided head on
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Easter Weekend Crime Combatting operations in the Central Karoo District yielded excellent results with the confiscation of drugs with an estimated street value of R150 000 on the N1 at the entrance to Laingsburg over the past weekend.
On Saturday, 19 April 2025 at about 20:55, Laingsburg police members
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Monday, 21 April 2025 @ 13H45 — Northbound traffic volumes (towards Gauteng) have been increasing steadily along the N3 Toll Route with heavy volumes currently being experienced at Mooi Toll Plaza in KwaZulu-Natal. Despite the busy conditions, no incidents are currently disrupting the flow of traffic
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Traffic on the N1 in Waterberg towards Gauteng is currently busy but moving. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and patience while on the road.
To ensure a safe journey, please buckle up, avoid distractions, and maintain a safe following distance. Your safety is our top priority.
We wish
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
An intelligence driven, collaborative effort by Klerkskraal police, Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Operational Command Centre, Crime Intelligence Overt team and West Rand Flying Squad, led to the interception of a truck, loaded with 1.5 ton of suspected stolen aluminium cable on Tuesday, 15 April 2025, at
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, and Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa, delivering an Easter road safety campaign update in Kranskop.
The briefing highlighted critical updates on road safety statistics, enforcement operations conducted, and progress made in promoting safer travel during the long
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
A collaborative effort between Welkom Anti-Gang Unit, Welkom Visible Policing members, and the vehicle tracking company led to the successful recovery of a stolen vehicle in Welkom
It is alleged that the black BMW was reportedly stolen while parked overnight, outside a liquor establishment in Welkom.
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
Two males aged 33 and 45 have been arrested after being found in possession of suspected drugs on Sunday, 20 April 2025, in Welkom.
It is alleged that members attached to the Welkom Public Order Policing (POP) conducted an intelligence driven operation. It led them to a vandalized building in Welkom.
21 Apr 2025 | From Arrive Alive
A tragic single-vehicle crash claimed the life of one person and left three others injured, including a young child, on Sunday evening in Reservoir Hills.
Just after 18:39, KZN VIP Medics responded to the scene on Mount Batten Drive near the BP Garage. Upon arrival, paramedics were met with a harrowing