13 Aug 2021 | Edition 29 - 2021 | rekord@rekordmediafs.co.za | 072 757 0514
Maluti-a-Phofung NOU WEET JY ● NOW YOU KNOW
THE FREEZING WEEKEND AHEAD
Picture: Greensleeves Guesthouse Harrismith. By: TripAdvisor
South African Weather Service EFS: High winds and snow are expected along sections of the N3 toll route from Thursday 12 August 2021. Drivers are advised to avoid driving at night when temperatures drop, and visibility is poor. The N3 Toll Concession company advised delaying trips over this period, if possible, given the difficult driving conditions predicted on Thursday, and over the weekend until Sunday. Snowfall is expected on Friday and Saturday in the Dihlabeng, Maluti a Phofung, and Phumelela districts, including a section of the N3 Toll Route from Van Reenen's Pass to Warden. "Our road incident management system, including emergency medical services, law enforcement, the road traffic inspectorate, local authorities, and route patrol services, have already been mobilized and are ready to provide support where required," N3 Toll Concessions said. However, transport and logistics operators, particularly those transporting livestock and perishable loads, should plan accordingly. Those keen to chase the snow are also asked to avoid the regions where snowfall is expected. "So-called snow chasers place an additional burden on limited emergency resources and often cause havoc on the roads during already dangerous conditions," said N3TC's operations manager, Thania Dhoogra. Conditions may change quickly, so traveling parties should prepare well by taking extra blankets, a torch, food, and refreshments in case of lengthy road closures. People with medical conditions or traveling with babies should ensure they travel with sufficient baby supplies and medication. There might also be power failures and communication systems pressures due to the adverse weather.
FAMILY OF FIVE FOUND BUTCHERED ON FARM OUTSIDE HARRISMITH
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