Public urged to excerise caution as heavy rains disrupt road conditions in Northern Cape
Heavy rainfall in the Northern Cape has rendered several key routes hazardous, prompting the Department of Roads and Public Works to urge motorists to exercise extreme caution.
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The Northern Cape Department of Roads and Public Works is warning motorists and visitors to exercise extreme caution due to sustained and heavy rainfall impacting several key routes across the Namaqua and Frances Baard Districts.
Gravel roads and regional routes have become dangerously wet and slippery, increasing the risk of accidents.
High-risk routes in Namaqua district:
- Kamieskroon Road (DR2951): Known locally as the "Op die Berg" Road, this route has been flagged as particularly hazardous.
- Khuboes Road (DR3247/3246): Motorists are advised to approach with utmost caution.
Affected roads in Frances Baard district:
Kimberley and surrounding areas:
- MR811: Douglas to Schmidtsdrift
- DR3355: Olifantshoek to Schmidtsdrift
- DR3354: Vaalharts
- MR802: Witpit
- MR910: Schmidtsdrift to Papkuil
Griekwastad Area:
- TR69/2: Griekwastad to Nikershoop
- DR3041: Griekwastad to Limpit
- MR809: Griekwastad to Douglas
- DR3379: Lime Acres to Silverstream
The Department has started installing warning signage on hazardous sections to ensure road user safety. Weather forecasts predict that rainfall in the Namaqua District will subside by 2am on Thursday.
Safety tips:
- Drive with heightened caution
- Avoid unnecessary travel
- Plan routes ahead of time
- Stay informed through official departmental platforms
The Department remains committed to public safety and is actively monitoring the situation. Road users are encouraged to remain vigilant and patient as the situation evolves