Emergency services rushed to the scene of a serious two-truck collision on the M7 highway on Monday morning, 23 February 2026, leaving two people severely trapped inside one of the vehicles. The crash occurred on the M7 heading toward the Bluff at the N2 northbound on-ramp, causing major traffic disruptions and prompting urgent rescue operations.
According to ALS Paramedics spokesperson Garrith Jamieson, the accident happened shortly before 11am. Emergency teams arrived to find a chaotic and dangerous scene, including a significant spillage from one of the trucks. Firefighters immediately began working to contain the spill while paramedics assessed the injured.
Jamieson confirmed that two occupants in one of the trucks were severely entrapped following the collision. Rescue teams had to use specialised hydraulic rescue equipment, including the Jaws of Life, to cut through twisted metal in an effort to free the victims. The delicate extraction process required precision and caution to prevent further injury.
Paramedics managed to rescue two patients from an overturned truck. The injured individuals sustained moderate to serious injuries and were stabilised on scene before being transported to a nearby medical facility for further treatment.
Meanwhile, firefighters and rescue personnel continued working tirelessly to free the two occupants still trapped in the second truck, which was facing toward the Bluff. The operation was complicated by the extensive damage to the vehicle and the ongoing effort to manage the hazardous spillage on the roadway.
The accident brought traffic to a complete standstill, with congestion stretching as far back as Pinetown. The entire route toward the Bluff was blocked as emergency crews secured the scene and conducted rescue operations. Motorists were left stranded for extended periods while authorities worked to clear the wreckage.
Jamieson urged drivers to avoid the area entirely, warning that the scene would remain active for a considerable amount of time. “I would advise all motorists to avoid this area at all costs,” he said, adding that recovery and clean-up operations were expected to take several hours.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding the cause of the crash. Investigations are expected to determine what led to the collision between the two heavy vehicles.
Motorists travelling between Pinetown and the Bluff are strongly encouraged to seek alternative routes while emergency services continue their work. Law enforcement officers remain on site to manage traffic and ensure public safety.
The incident serves as yet another reminder of the dangers present on busy highways, particularly involving heavy vehicles. Updates are expected as rescue operations continue and more information becomes available.
Emergency services have praised the coordinated efforts of paramedics, firefighters and traffic officials who responded swiftly to the incident, working under challenging conditions to save lives and restore order to the affected roadway.
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