Following the earlier motor vehicle accident involving two trucks on the N1 South before Maraisburg Road, it is now confirmed that all lanes of the N1 South are closed to traffic.
This closure is necessary to allow emergency personnel to safely manage the scene and clear the diesel spillage and overturned vehicle.
Three slight injuries have been reported, and one of the trucks has overturned, spilling diesel. Emergency personnel and law enforcement are on the scene. Initially, three lanes were affected and closed off, causing heavy delays.
All lanes of the N1 South are currently closed before Maraisburg Road. Vehicles are being diverted at Gordon Road. Significant and heavy traffic congestion is being experienced on the N1 South and surrounding areas.
The estimated time for the scene to be cleared and the N1 South to be reopened is approximately 4 hours.
Motorists are strongly advised to be aware of the complete closure of the N1 South before Maraisburg Road. Avoid the N1 South entirely in this area. Use alternative routes such as 14th Avenue and Hendrik Potgieter Road.
Motorists are further advised to exercise extreme patience and caution while travelling on alternative routes, as they are likely to experience increased traffic volumes.
Issued by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department Communication Unit.
