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Severe cold front bringing snow in South Africa causes fatal accident, power outages

The Road Traffic Inspectorate closed parts of the N2 near Kokstad and Port Shepstone due to heavy snowfall affecting KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape.
The severe cold front, which started over the weekend, prompted multiple weather alerts warning of snow, strong winds, and freezing rain across Eastern Cape, Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal.
Emergency teams are clearing snow using motor graders and redirecting motorists on affected routes including the N3 and regional roads to reduce congestion and ensure safety.
A fatal accident on the N2 in the Eastern Cape killed five people, while icy conditions caused a truck to overturn and spill hazardous chemicals on the N6, leading to closures and power outages.
Authorities urged motorists to avoid affected areas, prepare for ongoing icy conditions as the cold front persists into the week, and exercise caution on mountain passes and key highways.

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