A serious accident involving two trucks has occurred on the R40 road towards Acornhoek, shortly after the Shatale traffic lights.

Authorities have confirmed that the road is currently closed to traffic and will remain so for some time as emergency services respond to the scene and clear the wreckage.

Motorists traveling from Nelspruit, White River, and Phalaborwa are advised to seek alternative routes and exercise caution.

More updates will follow as additional details become available.