Motorists in Empangeni and Richards Bay are urged to drive with caution this (Monday) morning and treat all faulty robot intersections as four-way stops.

This as numerous traffic lights across the City of uMhlathuze are out of order following severe weather conditions and thunderstorms over the weekend.

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A statement was issued earlier today by the municipality, in which it said teams are working to restore functionality.

“Preliminary observations indicate cable faults and damage to various traffic signal components,” reads the statement.

“Several major intersections have been impacted. For safety purposes, some intersections have been left displaying all red, while others are operating on flashing red.

“Motorists approaching intersections with flashing red signals are requested to treat them as four-way stops, exercise caution, and proceed in accordance with the K53 road traffic guidelines.

“Some affected intersections have been left completely off due to the extent of the faults and damage.

“Our Traffic Signals technical teams will attend to all affected intersections first thing [Monday] morning.

“The teams will prioritise major and high-traffic intersections, and work from one intersection to another to restore normal operations and minimise traffic congestion during the morning peak period.

“We kindly request motorists to remain patient, reduce speed when approaching affected intersections, observe the four-way-stop procedure, and cooperate with other road users while repair work is under way.”

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