A tragic bus accident on the R21 at the R24 in Johannesburg on Tuesday morning has claimed 12 lives. Emergency officials are still on-site, working tirelessly to manage the situation.
Social media footage from the scene reveals that the bus overturned, causing passengers to be flung down an embankment. Emergency teams are currently focused on rescue operations as they continue to retrieve victims trapped beneath the wreckage.
In light of the ongoing rescue and clean-up efforts, both the R21 northbound and the R21/R24 split have been closed, resulting in heavy delays and slow-moving traffic. The closures are expected to remain in place for several hours, so motorists are urged to plan their journeys accordingly.
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Suggested Alternative Route for Northbound R21 Traffic:
- Exit the R21 northbound at Griffiths Road.
- Take Jet Park Road towards Pretoria Road.
- Follow Pretoria Road towards Kempton Park.
- Continue on Albatross Street to Voortrekker Road, where the R21 can be rejoined.
Motorists are advised to remain patient and exercise extreme caution while navigating these alternative routes. Authorities are urging drivers to stay updated on the situation, as emergency services continue to work at the scene.
SA Trucker will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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