A truck accident on the N3 at the Van Reenen Pass this Wednesday afternoon has left a truck driver seriously injured and caused a major disruption to traffic.
The incident occurred when a heavy truck, travelling southbound on the N3, lost control and crossed over into the oncoming northbound lanes, ultimately veering off the road.
The truck then caught fire, igniting the surrounding bush.
Emergency services and authorities rushed to the scene to manage the situation.
The injured driver was promptly attended to and transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
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The fiery crash and subsequent bushfire led to significant disruptions on the northbound lanes of the N3.
Traffic was disrupted as authorities worked tirelessly to extinguish the blaze and clear the wreckage from the roadway.
The cause of the accident is yet to be determined, and investigations are underway to establish the factors that led to the loss of control by the truck.
Further updates on this incident will be provided as more information becomes available.
