The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 8 warning for further distributive weather conditions as snowfall continues to blanket the N3 highway, particularly between Warden and Tugela Plaza in KwaZulu-Natal,

KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC, Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has warned residents of severe weather conditions that are expected to affect large parts of the province from Friday until Saturday.

KwaZulu-Natal motorists planning to travel via the N3 have been urged to stay off the roads as more snow is expected in the province.

Cogta said multiple interventions have begun to yield results as some stranded motorists have already received support. The SA Weather Service (Saws) has issued a Level 8 warning for further disruptive snow.