Motorists travelling on the R21 northbound are advised to use alternative routes following a fatal bus crash earlier this morning, March 11. Multiple fatalities have been reported.

The affected section of the highway has been closed to allow emergency services to conduct rescue and clean-up operations.

Suggested alternative route:

• Exit the R21 northbound at Griffiths Road.
• Take Jet Park Road towards Pretoria Road.
• Follow Pretoria Road towards Kempton Park.
• Continue on Albatross Street to Voortrekker Road, where the R21 can be rejoined.

Road users are urged to exercise caution and patience.

Also read: Elderly man killed in R21 crash, teen driver under investigation

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