The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has called on motorists to exercise extreme caution when driving in inclement weather this weekend.
This comes as heavy rainfalls have been experienced in several parts of the country.
“Motorists are advised to delay their trips when they encounter heavy rainfalls and desist from crossing flooded bridges. Traffic officers will be deployed along the routes that are likely to be affected by severe weather patterns and motorists are urged to cooperate with them and obey their instructions,” the RTMC said on Saturday.
Traffic volumes have increased on many routes as travellers head to different destinations to spend the festive season with families, relatives, and friends.
“The RTMC reiterated its call for caution, patience, and respect for the rules of the roads. Pedestrians are warned to stay away from busy roads and only use pedestrian bridges to cross.
“Traffic officers together with members of the South African Police Service have been deployed on all busy routes to ensure free flow of traffic and to deal with those who break the rules of the road,” RTMC said. -SAnews.gov.za
