South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued an urgent advisory to all visitors to Kruger National Park as persistent heavy rainfall continues to impact large parts of the national park. The ongoing wet weather has significantly deteriorated driving conditions, prompting the closure of most roads within the park until further notice.
According to SANParks, saturated surfaces, flooding, and erosion have made several routes unsafe, increasing the risk to both visitors and park infrastructure. As a precautionary measure, road access remains restricted while assessments and maintenance are ongoing.
Important safety guidelines for visitors:
SANParks strongly urges all guests currently in, or planning to visit, Kruger National Park to observe the following precautions:
- Avoid all low water bridges, as many may be submerged or structurally unsafe.
- Do not attempt to use gravel or dirt roads, which have become slippery and impassable in numerous areas.
- Strictly comply with all road closures, barricades, and official signage, which are in place to protect public safety.
SANParks has reiterated that the safety of visitors, staff, and wildlife remains its highest priority. Kruger National Park management is actively monitoring conditions across the reserve and will provide official updates as soon as access can be safely restored.
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