Notice: The N1 is closed from Malibongwe Drive following tanker explosion
Traffic is severely affected, and motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
Emer-G-Med and multiple emergency services agencies responded to a collision involving a tanker on the N1 near William Nicol on February 17.
“On arrival on scene, the tanker carrying an unconfirmed substance had exploded and was engulfed in flames,” said Emer-G-Med spokesperson Kyle van Reenen.
“One person was treated for moderate injuries and taken by Emer-G-Med ambulance to a nearby hospital for further care.
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Major incident between William Nicol and Malibongwe… video received. Advice on the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods/ Hazardous Goods https://t.co/8uxpRQVN7d #ArriveAlive #HazardousGoods pic.twitter.com/naTtZDLPVc
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Oil tanker caught fire along the N1 North between William Nicol & Malibongwe Dr.
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Traffic in the area is severely affected as the roadway remains closed for clean-up operations,” said Van Reenen.
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