SANParks Accuses Religious Groups Of Starting Fires On Table Mountain

SANParks found several religious groups illegally starting fires in the area.
The World Lost A Record-Shattering Amount Of Forest In 2024

As wildfires raged from the Amazon to the Arctic, the world torched forests at an unprecedented pace, just in time for another round of climate pledges.
Table Mountain Fire Rages Overnight As Fire Crew Battle Blaze Above Vredehoek And Oranjezicht

Late last night the fire finally crested the Devil’s Peak ridge and residents of Vredehoek and Oranjezicht watched in horror as the city-facing side of Table Mountain glowed red as the fire swept across the mountain.
An Expert Weighs In About The Possibility Of An LA Fire Disaster Happening In SA

The Knysna Fires of 2017 stand as a stark reminder of just how catastrophic these events can be. The lessons are clear—now it’s up to us to act before the embers ignite.
Table Mountain On Fire As TMNP Said Surge In Cape Town Fires Caused By “Deliberate Malicious Intent” [Videos]

SANParks request that the public continue to be vigilant and report any fires or suspicious activity immediately.
This Year’s Fire Season Has Begun And Officials Warn It Could Be The Most Extreme Since 2015

The managing director of Working on Fire said that 2023 was “the year of the planet burning, both figuratively and literally”.
Everyone Is Shocked By The Apocalyptic Footage Of Hawaii Wildfires – More Than 50 Deaths Recorded [Video & Pics]

Amidst these harrowing scenes, a resounding call to take action over climate change echoes louder than ever.
All The Footage From The Table Mountain Fire This Weekend

It’s summer in Cape Town, which means intense winds blowing for days on end, GP licence plates at every robot, and fires.
Looks Like They Finally Nailed The Jozi Arsonist [Video]

After almost two years of blazing his way through various suburbs, with at least 20 homes razed or partially damaged by a man using the same modus operandi, a suspect has been arrested.
Shocking Videos Show Spain Has Turned Into An Inferno

Two shocking videos reveal the devastating extent of wildfires in the country.
Load Shedding Power Surges Are Causing Havoc

The end of a load shedding shift is a welcome relief, but we should all make sure we’re taking a few precautions given what’s been happening up in Jozi
Carte Blanche Is On The Trail Of The Jozi Arsonist [Video]

What started out as whispers and social media posts has morphed into a terrifying ordeal for residents of Jozi’s upmarket northern suburbs.
Fears Grow As Jozi Arsonist Eats Strawberries And Sets House Alight [Image]

The arsonist’s latest attack occurred in Oaklands on Sunday night and he appears to be turning increasingly violent.
Raining Fire As Patrons Watch Popular Sandton Restaurant Burn [Videos]

The Greenhouse, a popular restaurant in Sandton, was pumping on Saturday night when a fire broke out and patrons watched on.
Oh, So That’s Why The Parliament Fire Suspect Went Undetected

Zandile Mafe, the man accused of starting the fire, spent 30 hours inside Parliament in what can politely be described as a massive security failure.
All The Incredible Parliament Fire Blunders (And The Massive Repair Bill)

Firefighters spent three days battling to save the complex of buildings in the city centre, in what can best be described as a failure of epic (and expensive) proportions.
Heritage Day Celebrations Go Up In Flames [Videos]

Families and friends were enjoying their Heritage Day celebrations on Friday at a park resort in Pretoria when suddenly they were faced with a rather dangerous situation.
SA’s Oldest Casino Goes Up In Flames [Videos]

The iconic Mmabatho Palms Hotel in Mahikeng, North West, went up in flames earlier this morning.
Thursday Morning Spice

Greek island devoured by flames. SA’s three lockdown scenarios. Odds of asteroid hitting Earth increase. Schumacher’s health. Bella’s pink bikini.
Gas Leak Ocean Fire Is Like Something Out Of A Sci-Fi Movie [Videos]

Despite the absurdity of the situation, the ocean’s surface really did burst into flames in the Gulf of Mexico, following a pipeline leak.
New Plan To Fight Back Against ‘Deliberate’ Table Mountain Fires

April’s devastating fire was likely started deliberately, with SANParks announcing new measures aimed to catch those up to no good.
April’s Massive Cape Town Fire “Started As A Malicious Act”

A SANParks investigation has found compelling evidence that the fire, which caused huge damage to UCT and surrounding areas, was started intentionally.
‘Cape Of Flames’ Doccie Digs Deeper Into Cause Of Recent Blaze [Video]

The recent blaze, which caused damage to UCT and threatened the homes of many Cape Town residents, has reignited conversations around how to better prevent these fires from happening so regularly.
Thursday Morning Spice

Shocking truth about SA’s fire services. Zuma lawyers quit. Man skips work for 15 years. SA’s ultimate road trip. Rebel ESL clubs could face stiff bill. Prince Andrew’s security scare.
“Horror And Helplessness” – Latest On UCT Library’s Fire Damage [Videos]

Sunday’s footage of the library engulfed in flames was shared far and wide, and the heartbreaking task of assessing the damage continues.
How They Caught The Alleged Table Mountain Arsonist (And Video Of Arrest)

On Sunday evening, numerous residents in the Devil’s Peak area reported seeing people lighting fires on the mountain. One resident, and his dogs, sprang into action.
SANParks Accused Of ‘Improper Fynbos Management’ And Ignoring Warning Signs

SANParks, which manages Table Mountain National Park, is being accused of ignoring warning signs years in the making.
Tuesday Morning Spice

Cape Town ‘not out of the woods’. UCT library damage. Deadly Tesla crash. Sexwale’s embarrassing scam. Controversial ‘Byron Baes’ show. No peace between Harry and Charles.
Images And Videos Of The Hectic Stellenbosch And Franschhoek Fires

In just a week, a massive fire raging in the mountains and veld above Stellenbosch and Franschhoek managed to spread to three municipalities.
Mother Throws Kids From Third-Floor Fire [Video]

Quick-thinking neighbours helped to save four children, catching them in blankets as a woman dropped them from a third-floor window.