Warning of heavy traffic delays as ZCC Moria service concludes
Authorities have deployed officers across Limpopo as thousands of churchgoers prepare to depart on major routes towards Polokwane and Gauteng.
The Department of Transport and Community Safety has issued a traffic update for motorists around Moria and surrounding routes, reports Polokwane Review.
The ZCC church service is expected to end at 15:00 this afternoon, with church buses expected to begin departing from Moria from 16:00.
What to expect around Moria
Around Moria, the R71 (both directions) and the D4040 (Boyne-Maja) road are expected to experience heavy congestion, likely spilling over onto the R37 towards Burgersfort and the R579 towards Lebowakgomo.
Traffic building towards Polokwane
Towards Polokwane, the N1 Bypass towards the N1, the R101 southbound, and the R81 and N1 northbound are expected to see a sharp rise in traffic. This includes the D19 Matlala Road and the R567 Gilead Road towards the N11.
Tollgate delays for Gauteng traffic
Motorists heading towards Gauteng are urged to be patient, as long queues are expected at tollgates due to the high number of buses travelling in that direction.
Motorists are urged to:
- Exercise patience and courtesy on the road
- Avoid driving on gravel shoulders during congestion
- Observe speed limits and road signs
Traffic officers are deployed at the Moria gates and across the province to monitor the situation.
Drive safely, and give yourself a little extra time on the road today.
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