Joburg EMS urges cautious use of heating devices amid cold front

The Johannesburg Emergency Management Services has urged residents to exercise caution when using heating devices as the cold front is forecast in the city.

Rainfall is expected to accompany the cold front going into the weekend.

Emergency services spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi says, “Residents are urged to exercise caution when using heating devices, things like heaters, braizers or ‘Imbaula’, candles and paraffin stoves and not to leave them unattended while in use. Our residents who are using braizers or ‘Imbaula’ are urged to use it at a well-ventilated place.”

“Monitor young kids around heating devices. For any life-threatening emergencies our Residents are encouraged to call our Emergency Management Services Command and Control Centre on 011 375 5911,” adds Mulaudzi.

#ColdFront hits #Joburg @CityofJoburgZA residents are urged to exercise caution when using heating devices ie Heaters/Braizers or Imbaula not to leave them unattended while in use to prevent fire incidents @home @CoJPublicSafety for Life Threatening Emergencies call 011 375 5911 pic.twitter.com/eLbdTjTVFp

— City of Joburg EMS (@CityofJoburgEMS) June 18, 2026