The road-rail infrastructure was reduced to rubble after the devastating gas explosion, which killed at least 41 lives and injured many others.
The Christmas Eve tragedy at the bridge on Hospital Road, Plantation, prompted authorities to cordon off the area, restricting traffic from using the stretch of road to travel between Plantation and the southern part of the area across the railway line. We also asked the metro whether it will be involved to ensure that the section of the bridge, including the stormwater system and sewer lines that form part of the city’s infrastructure, are properly rehabilitated.
Ward councillor Marius De Vos welcomed the reports that the rail agency is preparing to fix the much-needed bridge.
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