Northern Cape motorists driving in areas affected by heavy rains have been warned to exercise caution due to wet and slippery conditions.

No incidents have been reported yet, but drivers are cautioned against crossing heavily flooded roads and speeding.

Heavy rains in some areas of the Namaqua district are expected to subside only in the early hours of Thursday.

Provincial Roads and Public Works department spokesperson Zandisile Luphahla says the Northern Cape Department of Roads and Public Works is urging motorists and visitors to the province to exercise caution, following sustained and heavy rainfall that has impacted several routes across the Namaqua and Frances Baard Districts.

Luphahla adds that gravel roads and various routes have become dangerously wet and slippery, increasing the risk of accidents.

“High-risk routes – Namaqua District, two major roads have been flagged as particularly dangerous and should be approached with utmost caution: Kamieskroon Road, known locally as the “op die berg” Road, Khuboes Road (dr3247/3246). Road users are encouraged to remain vigilant and patient as we respond to evolving weather conditions.”

Video | SA weather report – 06 August 2025:

Weather forecast for today & tomorrow, 06-07 Aug 2025:
A COL is expected over the central and E parts of RSA, it will be cloudy & cold-cool with 30-60% showers & thundershowers. Snowfall is also expected over the escarpment of EC, FS and Lesotho⚠️Severe T.storms & damaging waves pic.twitter.com/gbMmGTbJGd

— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) August 6, 2025