The united efforts of our brave firefighters have seen them face raging flames head-on in the Tokai and Silvermine areas of Table Mountain since Friday, as crews work hard on the ground day and night to contain the wildfire and protect surrounding communities.
Cape Town, South Africa (29 April 2025) – About 250 brave firefighters have been working tirelessly and bravely on the ground since Friday, trying to put out a ravaging wildfire in the Tokai and Silvermine areas of Table Mountain National Park (TMNP).
According to TMNP, while winds were calm during the early Sunday evening, they picked up around midnight on Monday, 28 April, requiring intense firefighting activity to manage flare-ups.
Undeterred by challenging conditions, including shifting winds and low visibility, these heroes have worked together with aerial support to protect the natural environment and surrounding communities.
Fresh crews were deployed yesterday morning to relieve those on the ground, and four helicopters were on standby to resume water-bombing operations as soon as low mist and lingering smoke lifted.
As of yesterday evening, while the wildfire was still ongoing, crews have made commendable progress in managing flare-ups and controlling fire conditions in the Zwaanswyk, Ou Kaapse Weg, Silvermine, and Noordhoek areas, preventing the blaze from spreading to nearby communities.
While there has also been substantial damage to about 3,000 hectares of vegetation, thankfully, there haven’t been reports of structural damage.
It is difficult to fully comprehend what these firefighters may have witnessed, endured and experienced over the past few hours. These courageous men and women have faced the flames head-on, risking their own safety to safeguard the environment and the well-being of the community. For all this, we cannot thank and applaud them enough!
The Tokai and Silvermine hiking trails remain closed until further notice, and the public is urged to avoid the central and southern sections of Table Mountain National Park for their own safety.
Sources: Table Mountain National Park
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