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If you’re driving in Durban today, check your route.
Heavy downpours have caused localised flooding on the N3 eastbound before Tollgate Bridge, with three lanes currently closed because of high water levels.
eThekwini Municipality has emergency services and Metro Police on site managing traffic. Motorists travelling towards the Durban CBD are being strongly advised to use alternative routes where possible and allow extra time for delays.
More severe weather could be on the way
The flooding comes as severe thunderstorm activity remains active across parts of KwaZulu-Natal, with the South African Weather Service warning that further heavy rain and other potentially disruptive weather conditions remain possible.
Warnings for today include:
- Heavy downpours
- Frequent lightning
- Damaging winds
- Localised flooding
Municipal emergency response teams are on high alert and are monitoring low-lying areas, informal settlements and major road networks that are vulnerable to weather-related incidents.
The latest warning follows yesterday’s Level 2 Impact-Based Warning for damaging winds across parts of KZN, with gusts of up to 80km/h.
What to do if you’re travelling today
- Avoid flooded roads: Do not attempt to drive through flooded sections of the N3 or other low-lying roads. Find a safe alternative route instead.
- Slow down: If you have to travel, reduce your speed, switch on your headlights and leave plenty of space between your vehicle and the one ahead.
- Don’t cross floodwater: Never attempt to drive or walk through swollen rivers, streams or overflowing stormwater channels.
- Consider postponing: If your journey is not essential, staying indoors until conditions stabilise may be the safest option.
- Allow extra time: If you do need to travel, expect possible delays and changing road conditions, particularly on major routes.
Stay safe, Durban
The city says it will continue issuing updates as the weather develops.
For emergencies, contact the eThekwini Disaster Management Centre on 031 361 0000.
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