By: Natasha Archary

The Johannesburg Metro Police has warned motorists to expect severe delays on the N12 highway near the Diepkloof interchange.
This was after an oil tanker lost its load, leading to an oil spill on the N1 north from Soweto, which has shut down the highway.
Currently, all lanes joining the N12 West and joining the N1 North at the Interchange are closed.
JMPD Spokesperson Xolani Fihla says motorists are urged to exercise patience and to consider alternative routes to avoid the area as traffic is backing up with major delays expected until the spill is cleared.
Emergency services are on scene and traffic is being diverted to Rand Show Road.
The spillage is just after the Diepkloof Interchange, Soweto.
An estimated time for the spillage to be cleared has not been provided.
Further details will be shared by Kaya News.
⚠️Traffic Advisory⚠️
Oil spillage on N1 North after Diepkloof Interchange in Diepkloof, Soweto. ALL lanes CLOSED. Traffic diverted to Rand Show Rd. Expect heavy delays. Avoid the area if possible. Emergency services on scene. #JHBTraffic #JoburgRoadSafety #SaferJoburg pic.twitter.com/OEU2JjBdPh— Jo’burg Metro Police Department – JMPD (@JoburgMPD) August 7, 2024
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