Evacuations in parts of George as battle continues with raging wildfire
A raging wildfire has forced authorities to temporarily close mountains in the southern Cape for all outdoor activities due to safety concerns.
A raging wildfire has forced authorities to temporarily close mountains in the southern Cape for all outdoor activities, and evacuate residents around parts of George due to safety concerns. Wilderness Search & Rescue said in a safety alert that the area most affected was the Outeniqua mountains. The George municipality said on social media that precautionary evacuations were happening in Blanco Golden Valley, Stepaside and for residents in Barrie Road, Fernridge.
Working On Fire and other agencies are trying to contain the wildfire burning in the mountains between George and Wilderness. The closure will affect hiking‚ trail running‚ mountain biking‚ driving and possibly the use of guest accommodation in the area‚ an alert said on Monday...
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