Motorists are warned to avoid traveling on N18 Road between Vryburg and Taung because of flooding. Due to recent torrential rains, most sections of the road are covered by water and cannot be used. Tygerkloof and Brussels area on the N18 are reported to be flooded.
Members of the Disaster Management Team in Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District have been dispatched to all affected areas to provide the necessary assistance.
Due to the continuing rainfall, flooding is expected in many areas across the province for the next few days. Motorists and pedestrians should avoid crossing flooded streams and rivers.
Motorists are also requested to use alternative routes or cancel their trips until it is safe to travel. We further appeal to motorists to cooperate with our law enforcement authorities especially at the points of road closures.
Enquiries:
Office of the Premier - contact person
Provincial Government Spokesperson - Bonolo Mohlakoana
Cell: 082 901 2435
E-mail: BMohlakoana@nwpg.gov.za
Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs - contact person
Spokesperson - Dineo Thapelo
Cell: 072 218 2559
E-mail: DThapelo@nwpg.gov.za
NW Provincial Disaster Management
Head of NWPDM - Jacky Rikhotso
Cell: 083 454 3350
E-mail: MRikhotso@nwpg.gov.za
