Tag Archives: Cape of storms

Poor Drenched Cape Town

Posted on July 11, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Last night there were such strong winds and pounding rain. A  massive storm again dumped torrential rain over Cape Town with some gale force wind causing havoc in some areas. There were a number of houses that … Continue reading →

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Big Storm, More Rain

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie As I write, there is a strong north-westerly wind blowing outside and the promise of another big storm tonight with more rain. The winter weather is also affecting your town as both your school and the ones … Continue reading →

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Every Bit a Winter’s Day

Posted on July 7, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day a big storm swept through Cape Town. I think you were also expecting a lot of rain in Swellendam. Last night there were some very strong winds and a massive clap of thunder … Continue reading →

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The Wind and the Warning

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today is Friday and I usually try to work only in the morning and take some time off in the afternoon, but this week has been super busy so I worked 8 hours. I still finished slightly … Continue reading →

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Electricity Fixed

Posted on September 28, 2023 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day the electricity got fixed. In fact, last night, after 8pm, I got a call to say the electricity department was downstairs to fix the problem. When they found out where the problem was … Continue reading →

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Mopping Up Day

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day we encountered some storm issues. There was water blowing in under our bedroom door. Also, because the rain was swept in from the south-east there was water coming under the flashing on one … Continue reading →

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One of the Rainiest Days

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was one of the rainiest days in Cape Town. It began with a strong black south-easter that blew in a serious cold front. Just before the rain began, I noticed the NSRI Rescue Boat 10 out … Continue reading →

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A Good Day for David

Posted on June 16, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was a good day for David but not such a good day for you! You have tonsillitis! This seems to be a right of passage for 5-year olds. It’s very uncomfortable, but you will get better … Continue reading →

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After the Storm

Posted on June 3, 2023 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Last night there was a big storm! The wind was very strong and the rain came down in buckets. By morning, the wind had dropped, but one of our balcony chair cushions had disappeared. It was quite … Continue reading →

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Sit & Knit

Posted on May 28, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day I spent some time sitting and knitting. That was after church. The big knit project has everything to do with you. You love red & I figured knitting you a red blanket would … Continue reading →

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The Cape Doctor is in Town

Posted on May 13, 2023 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day I went birthday present shopping for YOU! That was fun. In collaboration with your Mom I bought the things we think you will love. They are now mostly wrapped & ready to be … Continue reading →

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A Storm Came Through

Posted on July 8, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… A storm came through.  Look at some of those wind speeds. Mud slides on De Waal drive in Cape Town (photo Cred: Cape Town Weather) With the strong winds and heavy rain, Mike and I … Continue reading →

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Weather Alert

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… The Cape of Storms came to life with high winds and battering rain roaring across the city.  By last night there had been 50mm of rain. Today, the weather office issued a storm warning advisory… … Continue reading →

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Slowing me Down

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We swam and we walked. I was the only person in the sea, which does suggest it wasn’t much of a swimming day. After we got home, we had a nice long video chat with … Continue reading →

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