Fire Spreads Through Cape Peninsula, Evacuations Underway
A massive fire has ripped across the Cape peninsula overnight, prompting evacuations reported in Muizenberg, Noordhoek and Silverhurst. Authorities are battling strong winds as they attempt to bring the blaze under control.
“An extensive area has been effected by a fire, the cause of which cannot be determined at this moment,” said spokesperson for Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services, Theo Lane.
“Four houses have been directly affected by the fire with evacuation procedures underway.
“Cape Town disaster management and various other volunteer fire safety personnel are on the scene,” he added.
“The fire is not under control at this time. Controlling the fire could take up the remainder of the day.”
No injuries have been reported.
