TRAFFIC ADVISORY
SANRAL warns of dangerous conditions, including snowfall, on its Eastern Cape road network
Gqeberha, 21 September 2024 – The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has issued a cautionary warning to all road users in the Eastern Cape, urging extra vigilance due to inclement weather affecting much of its road network.
Motorists are advised to avoid certain roads where severe weather conditions, including snowfall, are expected to significantly impact driving conditions.
Key routes likely to be affected include:
- N6: Penhoek Pass between Komani and Jamestown (James Calata)
- R58: Between Khowa (formerly Elliot) and Barkly East
- N10: Between Middelburg and Hanover
- N9: From Graaff-Reinet to Middelburg
- R61: Between Graaff-Reinet and Cradock
- R67: Nico Malan Pass between Fort Beaufort to Whittlesea
In areas where snowfall is expected to be particularly heavy, SANRAL will implement temporary road closures for safety reasons. The closures will affect these sections:
- Penhoek Pass on the N6 between Komani and Jamestown (James Calata)
- N9, Section 6 between Graaff Reinet and Middelburg
- Wapadsberg Pass on the R61, Section 2 between Graaff Reinet and Middelburg
“SANRAL advises road users to be especially cautious. Snowfall in high-altitude areas creates hazardous driving conditions, and we urge drivers to stay alert and consider postponing non-essential travel,” said Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL’s Regional Manager for the Southern Region.
Motorists are encouraged to stay updated on road conditions.
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