Fallen tree halts traffic on Beyers Naudé Drive

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Motorists are advised to steer clear of Beyers Naudé Drive near West Park Cemetery due to a fallen tree blocking the road and affecting a vehicle.

Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Xolani Fihla reported that a vehicle was involved in an incident with no passengers inside.

The driver of the vehicle, who was the sole occupant at the time of the incident, sustained no injuries.

Additionally, law enforcement officers are currently on site to manage the situation, as stated by Fihla.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

24 APRIL 2026

URGENT ROAD CLOSURE ON BEYERS NAUDÉ DRIVE

Location: Beyers Naudé Drive (near West Park Cemetery), Randburg

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has been alerted to an incident involving a fallen tree on… pic.twitter.com/IG8WHWOurk

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“We are awaiting the arrival of Johannesburg City Parks to assist with the removal of the tree and the clearing of the debris.

Beyers Naudé Drive closed to traffic

“Due to the size of the tree, the affected section of Beyers Naudé Drive remains closed to traffic. This closure is expected to cause significant delays in the Randburg area.

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Fihla advised motorists to avoid the area in the vicinity of West Park Cemetery and use alternative routes such as Judith Road, Preller Drive, or Tesselar Terrace to navigate around the obstruction.

He added, “We will provide further updates once the roadway has been cleared and is safe for public use.”