Morgan van de Rede22 January 2025 | 15:29
83 structures burn down in fire in Khayelitsha's SST Section
Crews were busy clearing the debris, while Gift of the Givers volunteers are also in the area, helping over 200 people who were affected by Wednesday's fire.
A City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services fire engine. Picture: @CityofCT/X
CAPE TOWN - Cape Town Disaster Risk Management has confirmed 83 structures burned down in a fire in Khayelitsha's SST Section.
Crews were busy clearing the debris, while Gift of the Givers volunteers are also in the area, helping over 200 people who were affected by Wednesday's fire.
Disaster Risk Management's Charlotte Powell said they were also seeking assistance from other departments.
"The list of affected persons has been submitted to SASSA and the National Department of Human Settlements for further assistance. Some residents have already started rebuilding their structures."