The N2 inbound between Bluewater Bay, and the Gqeberha Central Business District has been closed to traffic after rough seas and high waves pushed onto the roadway, bringing rocks and debris into the traffic lanes.

Traffic authorities are currently on site, managing diversions and assisting with the flow of vehicles while clean-up operations get underway to clear the affected section of road.

The closure comes as adverse weather conditions continue to batter parts of the Eastern Cape, with torrential rain, strong winds and freezing temperatures affecting road safety and visibility across the province.

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Motorists have been urged to exercise extreme caution and avoid unnecessary travel while conditions remain hazardous.

The Eastern Cape Department of Transport said road users must comply with instructions from law enforcement officials on the ground as efforts continue to restore safe passage.

In a statement, the department said: “Adverse weather conditions, including torrential rain, strong winds, and freezing temperatures, continue to affect large parts of the province, creating dangerous driving conditions. Motorists are urged to remain extremely cautious, avoid unnecessary travel where possible, and obey all instructions from law enforcement officials on the ground.”