Disaster Management

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Environment

Veld fires reported behind Ludwigdorf as Windhoek battles increased fire risk

Ludwigsdorf veld fire, Windhoek 11/9/2025 Emergency services in Windhoek are battling veld fires that broke out behind Ludwigdorf, driven by strong winds. The City of Windhoek has urged residents in nearby areas to remain vigilant, avoid starting open flames, and report any fire outbreaks immediately. Chief of Emergency Services, Raymond Kapia, said the dry and windy conditions have significantly raised the fire risk across the city. Authorities are maintaining a […]

today11 September, 2025

South Africa

Firefighters in the Cape Winelands battling multiple fires

Firefighters in the Cape Winelands faced a tough night battling multiple fires. Spokesperson Jo-Anne Otto says the Dunstone and Rooshoek fires near Wellington were contained, while teams at Oaklands diverted flames away from horse stables and plantations. In Witzenberg, successful backburns helped contain key fire lines. Otto confirmed that crews continue mopping up and monitoring hotspots as efforts to control the blazes persist:  

today24 February, 2025