Namibia's coastal towns are battling against high temperatures and sandstorms.

On Tuesday, poor visibility due to a sandstorm caused an accident on the B2 road between Arandis and Swakopmund, claiming the life of 48-year-old Morne Gareth Openshaw.
 
Shacks also burned down in Swakopmund's Mondesa and DRC areas, leaving families in the cold.

The Mayor of Swakopmund, Dina Namubes, urged residents not to cook on an open fire.

Swakopmund Mayor Dina Namubes urged residents to be cautious when handling fires.