KZN Transport Dept urges motorists to be cautious as heavy rains persist
The South African Weather Service has issued a level 8 warning for disruptive rains for large parts of KZN until this Wednesday.
MEC for Transport and Human Settlements Siboniso Duma (left). Picture: @KZNTransport/X
DURBAN - The Kwazulu-Natal Transport Department has urged motorists to be cautious on the road as severe rains persist.
The South African Weather Service has issued a level 8 warning for disruptive rains for large parts of the province until this Wednesday.
Transport MEC Siboniso Duma said there were plans in place to prevent more crashes.
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"A highly dedicated team from road traffic inspectorate working with municipalities is monitoring the flow of traffic across all major routes to ensure the safety of motorists," said Ndabezinhle Sibiya, spokesperson for the MEC.
Sibiya has urged motorists to take it easy on the roads to avoid deadly accidents.
"Since the 1st of January, around 10 people have died on our roads. With the rain, the roads are slippery. We are requesting motorists to be extra careful."