Motorists urged to plan ahead of N3 closure

Motorists are urged to plan ahead of the weekend as the N3 is closing this weekend.

THE N3 WILL BE CLOSED – MOTORIST URGED TO PLAN AHEAD

Roads agency, SANRAL says engineers and construction workers are going to demolish the St James Avenue Eastern Bridge Structure and Lancaster Bridge.

It will take effect from 5:00 on Saturday.

Spokesperson Andrew Ssekayita says the closure will remain in place for two days.

THE CLOSURE WILL REMAIN IN PLACE FOR TWO DAYS

Ssekayita says the demolitions are part of their plans to upgrade the road between the Westville Viaduct and the Paradise Valley interchange.

“On the N3 east bound traffic will be diverted onto the M7 north or south. Heavy motor vehicles travelling south of Durban are encouraged to make use of the M7. Heavy motor vehicles travelling east and north of Durban are encouraged to make use of the M19.

“The M13 is also available for light vehicles travelling east. On the N3 west, traffic will be diverted north and south onto the N2.”

Andrew Ssekayita said.

HERE ARE SOME SAFETY TIPS FOR LONG-DISTANCE DRIVING

Arrive Alive (AA) shares a few suggestions with drivers embarking on long-distance driving.

• Always do your research and planning on the road to the destination and road works.
• A GPS is a very handy device for finding and rerouting routes and for locating fuel, food, and other essential services.
• Even if you have a GPS device or map application on your cellular phone, consider having a plan B, such as prior research/planning and a good map.
• Keep an eye and an ear on weather predictions, route updates and traffic alerts on the radio.
• Several websites and Twitter handles may cover traffic along your route, providing information worth checking when you are not driving [Or done by a passenger].
• Plan well ahead for fuel stops. Avoid driving near empty; rather, fill up regularly.
• Always obey traffic signs – they warn you about animals or antelope crossing the roads for a reason.
• Try to avoid driving at night, especially if you plan to divert from the main roads.
• Drive with comfortable clothing and footwear.
• Pull over regularly to freshen up and stretch your legs. Stopping once every 200km or every two hours is good advice.
• Your body, your passengers [or pets] and your vehicle deserve a rest from driving.

In some other news, a safari vehicle in the Pilanesberg National Park recently captured footage of an angry elephant attacking.