n3 head-on crash wardens

Dashcam footage has emerged capturing a horrifying head-on collision between two trucks on the N3 near the Frankfort interchange.

The incident occurred just outside Wardens, leaving a trail of destruction and a fiery aftermath.

In the gripping footage recorded from a trailing truck, a moment of sheer terror unfolds as one of the trucks involved abruptly departs from its designated lane, careening into the oncoming traffic.

The ill-fated collision occurs with a truck travelling in the opposite direction, resulting in a catastrophic impact.

The force of the collision sends the oncoming truck sliding towards the recording vehicle, creating a harrowing scene on the busy N3 highway.

As the trucks collide, a burst of flames erupts, engulfing one of the vehicles in a rapidly spreading fire.

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Emergency services were swiftly dispatched to the scene to control the inferno and attend to any potential injuries.

The condition of both truck drivers remains unknown at this stage, adding an element of uncertainty to the aftermath of the crash.

The video, which has circulated rapidly on social media, has sparked concerns and discussions about road safety as we head into the festive season which brings along a lot of traffic on the highways.