09:40

POLOKWANE – Lanndros Mare Street in the vicinity of the Tom Naudè bridge has been reopened following a collision earlier this morning.

Details surrounding the incident involving a truck and three vehicles is still unknown.

According to sources, no fatalities were reported but two people sustained injuries and will receive medical attention in hospital.

Google traffic shows traffic is moving freely with little to no congestion.

08:47

POLOKWANE – Traffic officials are currently on site to manage congestion and guide motorists accordingly following a major collision on the Tom Naudè bridge earlier this morning.

Motorists are advised that Landdros Mare Street between Potgieter Avenue and Pietersburg Street will be temporarily closed as a result of the collision.

Reports suggests a truck and three vehicles were involved but details surrounding what happened remain unclear for now.

Municipal spokesperson Thipa Selala says the truck involved is blocking the bridge and to ensure the smooth flow of traffic, the following alternative routes are recommended:

o Motorists entering the city from the airport are advised to divert via Vermikuliet Street or Pietersburg Street through the Ladine area.
o Motorists exiting the city should use Potgieter Avenue and other available alternative routes.

The heaviest congestion remains in the vicinity of the collision as motorists wait to be diverted.

“The affected section of Landros Mare Street shall be reopened as soon as the obstruction is cleared and the roadway is deemed safe. We urge all road users to exercise patience, adhere to traffic management instructions and plan their routes accordingly.”