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Dangerous flooding hits Johannesburg as vehicles are left submerged
Heavy rain has caused localised flooding in Johannesburg, leaving multiple vehicles submerged and stranded as authorities warn motorists to stay off flooded roads.
Flooding was reported at Siemert Road and Currey Street in Doornfontein, where Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers were deployed to assist motorists and divert traffic.
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) said the flooding occurred at the intersection of Siemert Road and Currey Street, where officers were deployed to manage traffic and assist stranded motorists.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 06 SEPTEMBER | 14H05
LOCALIZED FLOODING AND TRAPPED VEHICLES AT SIEMERT ROAD & CURRY STREET, DOORNFONTEIN, JOHANNESBURG
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) advises all motorists to exercise extreme caution… pic.twitter.com/J45EULqKa6
Jo’burg Metro Police Department – JMPD (@JoburgMPD) September 6, 2026
‘Multiple vehicles have become submerged and stuck in high water at this location,’ JMPD said in a traffic advisory issued on Sunday.
JMPD officers were also diverting motorists away from the flooded road and urged drivers to avoid the area entirely where possible.
Motorists encountering submerged roads were warned to “turn around immediately”, as stalled vehicles could obstruct emergency response efforts and pose serious safety risks.
#JoburgWeather it’s raining in @CityofJoburgZA roads are wet/slippery motorists are urged to exercise caution while driving extend safe following distance avoid crossing flooded roads/low lying,residents in low lying areas are urged to avoid crossing river streams@CoJPublicSafety pic.twitter.com/SNjByJqc9x
Cojems Spokesperson (@RobertMulaudzi) September 6, 2026
The department urged motorists to drive well below the speed limit, maintain a greater following distance and keep their headlights switched on.
Drivers were also told to follow temporary barricades, road closures and instructions from JMPD officers managing traffic at the scene.
Road users who encounter stranded vehicles, dangerous obstructions or rising water levels can report them to the City of Johannesburg’s Emergency Call Centre on 011 375 5911.
Picture: @JoburgMPD
