Holidaymakers urged to exercise extreme caution on the roads
Thousands of holidaymakers are expected to take advantage of the termination of the national state of disaster, and the eased rules on domestic and international travel.
With the long weekend on the horizon, the Ekurhuleni DEMS has urged motorists to take extra caution making their way to their various holiday destinations during this period, as it expects traffic congestion.
Traffic volumes are expected to peak on the national roads during this time, as it is a time when family members, who work far from their families, will be visiting their loved ones, and for many, it’s often a season to perform traditional rituals.
Major national routes where traffic is expected to peak include the N3, N12, N17, R21, R24 and R59 freeways, which passes through the City of Ekurhuleni.
In Ekurhuleni, DEMS will closely be monitoring the situation throughout the long weekend and will be ready to respond to assist when required.
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“Motorists need to exercise extra caution and obey all rules of the road without exception.
“Pedestrians are also warned against walking or crossing freeways, as this puts them at high risk of being knocked over by speeding vehicles,” said DEMS spokesperson William Ntladi.
In case of any emergency, call the City`s life-threatening emergency call centre on 011 458 0911 or 10177 or 112 on your cellphone.
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