Icy conditions, snow, rain and freezing temperatures hit KZN [WATCH]
Delay travel to Van Reenen Pass if possible. Heavy snowfalls are causing dangerous driving conditions, congestion and traffic delays. Be prepared and stay alert. Verified route updates are available from the 24/7 N3 Helpline: 0800 634357.
Just when you thought it was time to pack away your winter woollies, an icy cold front has hit KwaZulu-Natal.
It was reported on a WhatsApp Traffic Group that icy conditions, light snow, rain and freezing temperatures are affecting parts of the N3 Toll Route.
Rain, sleet and light snowfall have been reported between Van Reenen’s Pass and Warden.
These conditions may cause roads to become slippery and dangerous.
Drivers are requested to adjust their driving behaviour to the prevailing road and weather conditions.
- Reduce your travelling speed, increase following distances, and keep your vehicle’s headlights switched on, especially when visibility is poor or roads are wet.
- Avoid overtaking unless necessary, and only proceed when it is safe to do so.
- Take care to only stop at designated parking areas.
- Road users are warned to be prepared for possible traffic congestion and delays.
“Keep sufficient emergency supplies in your vehicle, including warm clothes and blankets, water, food, medication, a cell phone, its charger and a torch,” says N3TC’s operations manager, Thania Dhoogra.
Contact the 24-hour #N3Helpline on 0800 63 43 57 for assistance or follow @N3Route on X for regular traffic updates.
