Durban - A man was killed after a forty foot container was blown over and landed on top of his car near the Durban Harbour today, Netcare 911 confirmed.
"The first man, who was approximately 30-years-old, had sustained relatively minor injuries but was trapped inside the car when the roof collapsed under the weight of the container. He was in a stable condition and was transported by ambulance to hospital for further assessment and care.
"Tragically the second occupant, believed to be in his forties, had sustained severe injuries and died at the scene," said Netcare 911 spokesperson Nick Dollman.
The “Jaws of Life” was used to free the victims from the vehicle.
SAPS are investigating.
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Dollman said several other large and heavy stacked containers in different areas were also blown over by the strong winds.
"Many roads are under water and motorists are urged to take extra care and not to used flooded roads as their vehicles may breakdown in the water leaving them stranded."