Three lanes of the N3 Highway are closed to traffic after a truck accident at the N12 West split at Elands Interchange in Germiston

01 Oct 2026 - From Arrive Alive

Three lanes of the N3 Highway are closed to traffic after a truck accident at the N12 West split at Elands Interchange in Germiston.

The articulated truck reportedly jackknifed and caught fire around midday today.

Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS), together with other emergency response teams, are on scene securing the area and working to clear and rehabilitate the accident scene.

The truck driver sustained minor burn injuries and trauma and was transported to a nearby hospital for further medical attention.

Motorists are urged to:

• Exercise extreme caution when approaching the area
• Expect delays and allow extra travel time
• Follow instructions from emergency personnel

Life-threatening emergencies:

DEMS: 011 458 0911

Please drive safely and give emergency teams space to work.

#TrafficAlert #N3 #ElandsInterchange #Germiston #Ekurhuleni #DEMS

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