Motorists urged to practice caution in rainy conditions
RTMC reports that more than 1738 vehicles have been discontinued and 3340 impounded since the start of the festive season on December 1.
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has urged motorists to exercise extreme caution when driving in rainy conditions.
This is after the South African Weather Services forecasted rain in many parts of the country. With some travelers starting to make it back from holidays, the roads are expected to see a slight increase in traffic volumes.
“The RTMC urges motorists to reduce speed, keep a safe following distance, have lights on, and avoid crossing flooded bridges. Motorists must also ensure that vehicles are in a roadworthy state. Lights, wipers, windscreens, brakes, and tyres must be checked before the start of the journey.”
RTMC emphasises that officers will not hesitate to discontinue or impound vehicles that are not roadworthy.
RTMC reports that more than 1738 vehicles have been discontinued and 3340 impounded since the start of the festive season on December 1.
“More than 4160 motorists have been arrested. The majority were held for drunken driving while others were detained for producing false documents and driving public transport contrary to operating permits.
“Public transport operators are again reminded that their drivers have proper documents to drive and the vehicles are used on permitted routes and are not overloaded.”
RTMC warns that severe consequences will be faced by those found operating contrary to the rules.
