South Africa: Travel disruptions ongoing between Mount Ayliff and Kokstad due to rockfall Feb. 25

Event

Travel disruptions are ongoing on the N2 highway at Brooks Neck Pass between Mount Ayliff and Kokstad, South Africa, Feb. 25, after heavy rains resulted in a rockfall. Queuing traffic has been reported while authorities divert traffic along alternative routes.

Transport disruptions are possible along the N2 through at least the afternoon of Feb. 25 and may continue in the coming days. Lingering disruptions are likely when the affected part of the highway reopens.

Advice

Monitor local media for updates on road status. Confirm road status and seek alternative routes to reach destinations in the affected area; allow additional travel time. Delivery disruptions are possible; consider delaying or rerouting shipments until road access normalizes. Heed all security personnel instructions.