Update:
Wetton Road, Kenilworth, has been reopened to motorists as the vegetation fire near Kenilworth Racecourse has reportedly been extinguished.
Wetton Road, Kenilworth, is closed to motorists due to a vegetation fire. Fire and rescue services, as well as traffic control, is at the scene. Choppers are also active.
Cape {town} Etc spoke to a fireman, who said that the blaze stretched from a nearby soccer field towards the racecourse. The cause of the fire is unknown.
Thick smoke has drenched the Southern Suburbs and is visible as far as Rondebosch. Motorists are advised to exercise caution. There is mild traffic throughout the Kenilworth area.
No further information is available yet.
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