By Staff Reporter
news@alexreporter.co.za
A devastating accident occurred today on the R40 Mica road just outside Phalaborwa, en route to Hoedspruit.
It has been reported by our sister Publication Tzaneen Voice that a head-on collision between a white Double Cab and a silver Hyundai i20 has tragically claimed an unconfirmed number of lives.
The fatal crash, which took place on the notorious stretch of road, has left both vehicles severely damaged, with rescue teams working tirelessly to clear the scene and assess the extent of the casualties.
Emergency services have been dispatched to the area, and the injured have been rushed to nearby medical facilities.
Details surrounding the cause of the collision remain unclear as investigations were still ongoing. Traffic along the R40 has been heavily affected, with authorities urging motorists to exercise caution and avoid the area if possible.
This stretch of the R40 has seen several accidents over the years, and today’s tragedy has once again highlighted the importance of road safety in the region.
Police were recently on the scene, and updates regarding the number of casualties and the condition of the survivors were expected to follow soon.
Residents and road users are urged to be patient and follow any instructions provided by law enforcement as they work to restore order and investigate the cause of the crash, said officials.
The names of the deceased have not yet been released, pending notification of their families.
Source: Tzaneen Voice.
