The Cape Winelands District Municipality's Fire Services, alongside multiple partners, faced a challenging night of active firefighting as wildfires swept through various regions, reports Cape town Etc .
The most pressing incidents occurred in the Bo-Swaarmoed Pass and De Doorns areas, where firefighters battled the elements and erratic fire behaviour amid tough conditions.
The fire in the Bo-Swaarmoed Pass, located on the R46 near Ceres, had seen significant containment efforts late yesterday afternoon Thursday thanks to ground teams and aerial support.
However, as night fell and winds intensified, lingering embers ignited additional fire lines, spreading the blaze into three distinct areas.
