Busy road in Eastern Cape to be temporarily CLOSED this WEEKEND

The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has notified motorists about a major road closure to take place in Eastern Cape this weekend.

THE LOCATION OF THE ROAD CLOSURE IN EASTERN CAPE

SANRAL mentioned that the affected route is R61 near Efata School for the Blind and Deaf in Mthatha. The closure will take place on Sunday, 24 September 2023, for approximately three hours, from 10am until 1pm.

“The closure will be approximately 7km west of Mthatha CBD towards Ngcobo Town.”

Mbulelo Peterson

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“The road will be closed to allow lifting and loading of the bridge deck onto the lowbed. The lifting will take place from 10am until 1pm on the same day. The lowbed will then transport the bridge deck to the designated laydown area where all the repairs will take place,” explained Mbulelo Peterson, SANRAL’s Southern Regional Manager.

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MEASURES TO SUPPORT TRAFFIC FLOW

He added that temporary information sign boards and all other speed limiting temporary signs for the closure will be placed along the construction zone.
Also, the contractor’s traffic safety officer will be present for the full duration of this activity and flag personnel will be placed in various locations along the R61 only.

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SANRAL ADVISES MOTORISTS TRAVELLING IN THE AREA

It is reported that light vehicles will be allowed through the Efata Village, while heavy vehicles will be required to use the N2 to Idutywa Town and the R408 to access Ngcobo Town on the R61.

“Motorists are requested to plan their trips accordingly, consider alternative routes and use caution when making use of the roads. SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused,” said Peterson.

This is a developing story.

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