(1) The Governor General may, in his or her absolute discretion, by order prohibit, during such time as may be specified in such order—
(a) the use in any manner whatever of any public road through an infected area or of any part of such public road; or
(b) the use, except in compliance with such conditions as may be specified in such order, of any such public road or of any part of such public road.
(2) Any person who contravenes or fails to comply with the provisions of any order made under subsection (1) commits an offence against this Act.