Heavy Snowfall Closes Mountain Passes in Eastern Cape, Stranding Motorists
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Heavy snowfall has led to the closure of several mountain passes in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, stranding motorists. The affected passes include Barkly Pass, Penhoek Pass, Boesmanshoek Pass, Lootsberg Pass, and Wapadsberg Pass. Emergency personnel are working to assist those trapped by the snow. Motorists are urged to avoid these routes and check road conditions before traveling.
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