M4 to remain closed following partial wash-away

Motorists have been urged to exercise extreme caution with severe weather expected to continue until Friday, according to Durban Metropolitan Police Service Senior Superintendent, Parboo Sewpersad.

Sewpersad confirmed a partial wash-away and erosion of the M4 in the vicinity of the Sibaya Circle and Lighthouse Road and that both carriageways have been closed as a result.

According to Sewpersad, it was unclear for how long the road will remain closed but he estimates that it could be a few weeks before motorists can expect to use the road again.

Alternative routes have been identified as the N2, R102 and the M41.

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Sewpersad appealed to motorists to plan their trips well in advance as alternative routes will now face an immense increase in traffic.

He further added that motorists should practice road safety with the severe weather for the week ahead.

“Maintain a safe following distance, reduce your travel speed and ensure that your headlights and windscreen wipers are in working order,” said Sewpersad.

Officials from the Transport department visited the site last night and concluded that the road was unsafe for use.

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