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Over 50 firefighters are responding to a fire in Newlands, Table Mountain National Park, reported at 3:40 AM.
SANParks has deployed more than 50 ground firefighters and aerial resources to combat an active fire in the Newlands area of Table Mountain National Park above Kirstenbosch. Reports of the fire outbreak were received in the early hours of this morning. SANParks spokesperson, Charles Phahlane, says that the fire is high up on the mountain but has urged hikers to avoid the area.
SANParks deploys more than 50 ground firefighters and aerial resources to combat fire in the Newlands area of Table Mountain #ArriveAlive #MountainFire @SANParks
— Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) February 23, 2025
“The firefighters have been battling the blaze for three hours in challenging terrain. At this stage, ground crews are unable to access water sources for vehicles and hoses, and aerial support has been activated to control the flames. As a precautionary measure, trails in Newlands and Kirstenbosch area have been closed. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, and further updates will be provided. SANParks urges the public to avoid the affected areas for safety reasons,” says Phahlane.
