Wet weather is making driving dangerous in the Western Cape, and officials are telling drivers to be more careful because rain is still causing problems on important roads, Cape {town}Etc reports.
Provincial Traffic Services report that the risk of crashes is rising due to wet road surfaces and lower visibility, even though traffic movement is still mostly steady right now.
Traffic officers have also been deployed along key routes to monitor conditions and respond quickly to incidents should they occur, according to the Western Cape Mobility Departement.
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Motorists are being encouraged to adjust their driving behaviour to suit the weather by reducing speed, increasing following distances and switching on headlights to improve visibility.
Drivers are also reminded to stay alert for pedestrians, who can be harder to spot during rainy conditions.
Officials stress that small adjustments behind the wheel can significantly reduce accident risks during periods of wet weather.
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