No major flare-ups were reported overnight, says Jermaine Carelse, spokesperson for the City’s Fire & Rescue Service.
The fire that broke out in Tokai on Friday burned hot and fast, engulfing Boyes Drive, Kalk Bay and parts of Fish Hoek side, while on the Ou Kaapse Weg side, it moved towards Noordhoek resulting in the DRM assisting with the evacuation of 198 households from the Noordhoek Manor, including 48 frail care residents.
Choppers will remain airborne today after an assessment while crews remain on the fire line to fight any potential flare-ups. The situation is been monitored and the public is urged to stay away from the affected areas.
One female firefighter was injured and taken to the hospital.
An Incident Management Team Type 3 has been activated and will work on a 12-hour rotation.
This provides greater oversight in managing the incident.
Road closures remain in place.
Donations in the form of water, energy drinks and bars, as well as non-perishable items, may be dropped off at Lakeside Fire Station.
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