Traffic volumes on the N3 toll route are expected to increase from 31 December to 3 January. Image: Pixabay
Traffic volumes predicted from KZN on 31 Dec to 3 Jan
Traffic volumes are expected to increase on the N3 toll route from 31 December until 3 January, here are the expected traffic volumes
Traffic volumes on the N3 toll route are expected to increase from 31 December to 3 January. Image: Pixabay
Traffic is expected to increase on the N3 toll route from 31 December 2022 to 3 January 2023, this as many holidaymakers start making their way home.
The N3 Toll Concession (N3TC) has noticed an increase in traffic on the N3 Toll Route heading northbound towards Gauteng.
Peak traffic volumes expected
Traffic conditions of between 1 500 to 2 000 vehicles per hour is expected.
Peak traffic volumes, combined with potential emergency situations and current weather and road conditions, may have a negative impact on travel experiences and put additional strain on drivers and road traffic management resources.
A single unforeseen incident such as a vehicle breakdown, crash, fire, chemical spill, or any other obstruction on a busy national route, such as the N3 Toll Route, can disrupt flow, resulting in congestion and delays.
Peak traffic is expected from 15:00 – 21:00, while light traffic would be expected from 0:00 until 9:00
Dedicated road incident management system teams deployed
Along the N3, dedicated road incident management system (RIMS) teams have already been deployed.
They will remain on high alert for the next few days to respond quickly to emergencies and mitigate disruptions and secondary incidents that may occur.
“Should it be deemed necessary, the Roads Traffic Inspectorate may implement special traffic control measures, especially in the vicinity of Van Reenen Pass or at a crash scene, to manage the flow of traffic and to improve general safety along the route.” N3TC’s operations manager, Thania Dhoogra said.
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Drivers and passengers can also contribute to the N3 Toll Route’s convenience, safety, and mobility.
Plan ahead, stay alert and informed, heed warnings, and be prepared for anything, especially when traveling during peak hours.
Most areas along the N3 Toll Route are prone to scattered thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, hailstorms, high winds, and/or fog.
“Reduce your speed, turn your vehicle’s headlights on, increase your following distance and stay focussed on driving defensively for the sake of all road users,” Dhoogra said.
