As the Cape Storm ravaged through the peninsula yesterday, the areas surrounding Knysna had their own disaster to deal with: a truly horrific fire.
There were a few swells around the peninsula that you wouldn’t dare surf, but over in Hout Bay it was really kicking off.
They warned it was going to get hectic after lunch, and over in Sea Point it’s clear the storm is making good on those promises.
Feel it, it is here – the monster finally kicked into gear late last night, and it did manage to do some damage. Of course the ‘best’ is still to come.
It might be relatively calm where you are, but don’t let that fool you. Cavendish Square has now been closed down for the day, and it’s easy to see why.
Not in Cape Town? Don’t have a window to look out of? Want to know what’s to come? Not to worry, we found a whole lot of websites that will keep you well informed.
Guys, the City of Cape Town is warning Capetonians to stay inside their homes and tie down belongings. We’re not messing around – it’s about to get real.
It’s official: schools in the Western Cape will be closed tomorrow. Wee rate that means businesses should be, too.
A series of cat murders have left villagers of a French seaside town on edge, but who’s to blame? Apparently nobody trusts anybody, nowadays.
A photograph of a South African man mowing his lawn in Canada, as a tornado twists menacingly behind him, has gone viral. You need to see it.
Hollywood heavyweights haven’t held back in their criticism of Donny T, and over the weekend Leo made it clear he isn’t a fan.
According to weather reporters, there’s a “dik” storm coming through this week and y’all better be prepared. Perhaps all those prayers have been answered.
Sometimes events over at the White House leave you wondering exactly how it came to this, and yesterday was another prime example of that.
It’s been a year and a half since world leaders met in Paris, agreeing on a plan of action to preserve our planet for future generations. Seems like ages ago, now.
They say there’s strength in numbers, and that’s certainly true for this herd of buffaloes up in Kruger Park. Looks like someone is going home hungry.
On rare occasions the Grand Canyon sees a full cloud inversion occur, and thankfully videographer Harun Mehmedinovic was on hand to film the beauty.
Nature can often be brutal, but sometimes it does provide moments that help lighten the mood. I guess that’s something we could use today.
I guess the world has a funny way of levelling out over time, with big game hunter Theunis Botha meeting his demise at the hands of a charging elephant.
Most Capetonians know that feeding animals like our baboons and seals is not a good idea, but this family has learnt their lesson the hard way.
There have been many mixed messages doing the rounds about the safety of the city’s drinking water, so let’s clarify a few things bright and early on a Monday.
Sir David’s voice is pretty much instantly recognisable in every corner of the globe, so when he lends it to a South African cause like this it’s a pretty big deal.
The countdown started at around 100 days, and although there is no exact ticking time bomb our days are numbered. So what happens next?
As the City rolls out another round of dire water warnings, begging us to cut back on water usage, the question of when we can expect rain looms large.
Hippos can be quite a threatening species, so when you happen to encounter one on land it’s a good decision to just stay away. Even a wide berth isn’t always good enough.
The African continent is blessed with national parks that are the envy of the rest of the world, so let’s look at five of our crown jewels.
Ahead of the weekend we were told to expect snow and serious storms, and the weather gods didn’t disappoint. Let’s check out some of the better pics and videos.
Pick n Pay and SANParks have teamed up in an effort to educate children about South African wildlife, but there’s one little problem.
Upon a visit to a nearby park, an Indian photographer captured a moment that will forever stay with her. Just what is really going on remains up for debate.
It isn’t every day you see a tiny buffalo strike fear into the heart of an adult elephant, and there’s something about this video that is really satisfying.
Lions seem to be flexing their powers more often, one mauling a circus trainer in France and five making their way through Mpumalanga after escaping. Serious.