Transport department urges extreme caution as inclement weather affects visibility on roads

The national department of transport has urged road users to exercise extreme caution while travelling as the festive season draws to an end due to inclement weather conditions. 

Department spokesperson Collen Msibi said they received reports from the SA Weather Services regarding inclement weather conditions that will continue to affect the country’s roads until Friday. 

Heavy rain, strong winds and reduced visibility are expected to persist throughout, creating hazardous driving conditions. 

Msibi said poor visibility and slippery roads have been predicted in KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga and Limpopo on Wednesday.

“Under these conditions, motorists are strongly advised not to drive between 6pm and 1am in the three provinces,” he said.