Rain and snow expected in parts of KZN

The SA Weather Service's Thandiwe Gumede says there will be substantial rainfall in the coming days. 

"We are also expecting the snow accumulation to continue for Sunday and Monday. We're expecting the snow to become quite [significant] for those two days. We are also expecting heavy rain in parts of the province particularly over the southern parts of the province for both Sunday and Monday," she said. 

The snowfall is expected in areas including the Drakenburg.

The N3 Toll  Concession has also issued a warning to motorists.

The Concession's Con Roux says they expect travelling along the route to be affected by the weather conditions.

"There is a potential for roads to be closed and one does not want to be caught up in a closure on the road. It also means that motorists should please be prepared in the sense of having warm clothes possibly blankets, food, water in case of closure, medication for anybody who may be diabetic and might be travelling," he said. 

Here are tips issued by the N3 Toll Concession and the South African Weather Service. 

-  Road users should be wary that heavy snow is expected along the N3 Toll Route -  between Heidelberg in Gauteng and Cedara in KZN.

- Snowfall is expected in Mooi River, Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, Van Reenen’s Pass, Harrismith, Bethlehem and surrounds.  

-  Residents and travellers may be snowed-in as roads may have to be closed for safety purposes. 

- Avoid travelling on this route this weekend if possible. If you have to travel, drive carefully. 

- Pack extra blankets, food and refreshments in your car in case you are caught in a lengthy closure. 

- People with medical conditions should ensure that they travel with sufficient medication. 

- Do not to venture into snowy areas on sightseeing, leisure trips. There is a risk of becoming trapped in your car and facing the danger of developing hypothermia. 

- Avoid outdoor hiking or climbing at the snow-affected areas.