Four people have lost their lives after two sedans crashed on Sunday afternoon in Mpumalanga.
They died in a head-on collision involving two sedans on the R38 Road between Carolina and Hendrina.
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Mpumalanga Community Safety spokesman, Moeti Mmusi, said the victims include two passengers and a driver from one vehicle, as well as the driver of the second sedan, who was the sole occupant.
He said all four victims were declared dead on the scene, and no other injuries were reported.
Mmusi said an investigation into the cause of the crash is currently underway.
Meanwhile, MEC Jackie Macie has called on motorists to exercise extreme caution on the roads to prevent fatal crashes, especially during rainy weather conditions that negatively affect visibility and road surface grip.
He emphasised that with heightened vigilance and adherence to the rules of the road, many devastating crashes can be prevented.
“Let us respect the rules and drive with the utmost caution in wet weather conditions.”
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“Motorists must operate vehicles in line with prevailing conditions on the road.”
“They must reduce speed, increase following distance, and remain alert at all times,” said Macie.
