Eastern Cape Weather Disrupts Travel, Road Closures in Effect

The Eastern Cape transport department issued several weather-related traffic alerts on Tuesday. Motorists traveling between Johannesburg and East London are advised to detour via a specific route, adding approximately 379km to the journey. The Barkly Pass on the R58 between Elliot and Barkly East is closed due to adverse weather conditions. A truck and trailer blocking the R58 near Dordrecht has also caused significant delays, stranding multiple vehicles. Authorities are working to clear fallen trees on the Cala Pass (R410). The Penhoek Pass (N6), Wapadsberg Pass (R61), and Lootsberg Pass (N9) remain open for traffic at this time.