A serious accident occurred early this morning, about 7km outside Ermelo, at the T-junction of the Chrissiesmeer (N17) and Breyten (R36) roads.
The crash, which happened before sunrise, involved a bakkie and a side tipper coal truck.
According to initial reports, the bakkie was coming from Chrissiesmeer and turning left towards Ermelo when it collided head-on with the coal truck, which was travelling towards Breyten.
The impact was so severe that both vehicles came to a stop roughly 50 meters from the collision point.
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Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, despite misty conditions that reduced visibility.
The bakkie driver sustained serious injuries, while the truck driver suffered minor injuries.
Both were treated on-site before being transported to the hospital by ER24 paramedics.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when travelling in the area, particularly in low-visibility conditions.
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