Mop-up operations continue following fire near Grabouw
Yesterday, officers managed to contain the blaze which had been raging just north of the town.
CAPE TOWN - Firefighters in the Overberg District are continuing with mop-up operations following a devastating fire near Grabouw.
Yesterday, officers managed to contain the blaze which had been raging just north of the town since Wednesday evening.
Images of the #GrabouwFire
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Authorities believe the fire was intentionally started.
Overberg fire chief Reinhard Geldenhuys says: “The wind changed today so we need to ensure it stays out. There are crews deployed throughout the day to monitor and mop up.”
Video footage of the Grabouw Fire
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(Edited by Shimoney Regter)