🚨🔥 Stanford and Pearly Beach fires continue to challenge fire crews. While patrols are ongoing, containment lines are being tested by the winds. 🌲💔 #FireUpdate #Overstrand. Video: Overstrand Municipality / Facebook Full story: https://www.capetownetc.com/news/pearly-beach-roads-managed-following-ongoing-fire/ | Cape Town Etc
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🚨🔥 Stanford and Pearly Beach fires continue to challenge fire crews. While patrols are ongoing, containment lines are being tested by the winds. 🌲💔 #FireUpdate #Overstrand. Video: Overstrand Municipality / Facebook Full story: https://www.capetownetc.com/news/pearly-beach-roads-managed-following-ongoing-fire/ | Cape Town Etc
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OVERSTRAND FIRE UPDATE: PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES 10 January 2026 @ 19:00 South Africa 🇿🇦 Thank you We have been overwhelmed by the incredible generosity of our community. We have received numerous donations, particularly essential goods to support the firefighters who risk their lives every day to bring these fires under control. To every business, organisation and individual who stepped in to assist – thank you. The firefighters and support personnel are truly grateful for your support.
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OVERSTRAND FIRE UPDATE: PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES 10 January 2026 @ 19:00 South Africa 🇿🇦 Thank you We have been overwhelmed by the incredible generosity of our community. We have received numerous donations, particularly essential goods to support the firefighters who risk their lives every day to bring these fires under control. To every business, organisation and individual who stepped in to assist – thank you. The firefighters and support personnel are truly grateful for your support.
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OVERSTRAND FIRE UPDATE: PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES 10 January 2026 @ 09:30 One might think there is nothing left to burn, yet the fires in both Stanford and Pearly Beach kept fire crews busy throughout the night. Our thoughts are also with those who have suffered great losses, especially the farmers - particularly flower farmers - who will begin assessing the damage today. Aerial support is working hand in hand with the ground crew, but strong winds and another hot, exhausting day lie ahead.
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OVERSTRAND FIRE UPDATE: PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES 10 January 2026 @ 09:30 One might think there is nothing left to burn, yet the fires in both Stanford and Pearly Beach kept fire crews busy throughout the night. Our thoughts are also with those who have suffered great losses, especially the farmers - particularly flower farmers - who will begin assessing the damage today. Aerial support is working hand in hand with the ground crew, but strong winds and another hot, exhausting day lie ahead.
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Overstrand fires: Pearly Beach fire contained while Stanford flare-ups continue
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OVERSTRAND FIRE PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES 09 January 2026 SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦 UPDATE EARLIER TODAY Pearly Beach Fire (Day 6): This fire is still burning actively & remains out of control. The fire made a 180-degree turn & spread in an easterly direction, fanned by high #wind speeds. Three flare-ups occurred: The fire is still burning along the R43, from #Duinefontein Game Reserve towards #Uilkraalmond . The area at Pearly #Beach #Resort is burning with high intensity, with the fire moving onto
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OVERSTRAND FIRE PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES 09 January 2026 SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦 UPDATE EARLIER TODAY Pearly Beach Fire (Day 6): This fire is still burning actively & remains out of control. The fire made a 180-degree turn & spread in an easterly direction, fanned by high #wind speeds. Three flare-ups occurred: The fire is still burning along the R43, from #Duinefontein Game Reserve towards #Uilkraalmond . The area at Pearly #Beach #Resort is burning with high intensity, with the fire moving onto
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STANFORD FIRE UPDATE Day 3: 09 January 2026 @ 11:00 There is heavy smoke over the Stanford area. Two active flanks are burning fiercely. The left flank is heading towards Die Kop Informal Settlement, while the right flank is burning towards the R326. Fire crews are on the scene, and it is all hands on deck. The Black Hawk helicopter is also currently engaged in aerial firefighting operations. Residents are urged to remain alert and be prepared for a possible evacuation should conditions worsen.
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STANFORD FIRE UPDATE Day 3: 09 January 2026 @ 11:00 There is heavy smoke over the Stanford area. Two active flanks are burning fiercely. The left flank is heading towards Die Kop Informal Settlement, while the right flank is burning towards the R326. Fire crews are on the scene, and it is all hands on deck. The Black Hawk helicopter is also currently engaged in aerial firefighting operations. Residents are urged to remain alert and be prepared for a possible evacuation should conditions worsen.
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CapeTown Unfiltered on Instagram: "OVERSTRAND FIRE UPDATE: PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES Fire crews continue battling the Pearly Beach blaze as shifting winds push flames toward nearby communities. A Code Red declared as firefighters near a week of battling vegetation fires in Pearly Beach and now Stanford. Additional crews and aerial support have been brought in. #CapeTownUnfiltered #pearlybeach #strandford #NewsUpdates"
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CapeTown Unfiltered on Instagram: "OVERSTRAND FIRE UPDATE: PEARLY BEACH & STANFORD FIRES Fire crews continue battling the Pearly Beach blaze as shifting winds push flames toward nearby communities. A Code Red declared as firefighters near a week of battling vegetation fires in Pearly Beach and now Stanford. Additional crews and aerial support have been brought in. #CapeTownUnfiltered #pearlybeach #strandford #NewsUpdates"
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Hell in South Africa Massive Wildfire at Pearly Beach Seen from Orbit! 🌪️💥
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OVERSTRAND FIRE UPDATE: STANFORD FIRE | 17 January 2026 @ 13:00 Overstrand Fire Services are currently on scene attending to new flare-ups opposite Nation Mushrooms. The fire is burning in the direction of Madron Farms and Poplar Lane. Firefighting operations are being challenged by dense vegetation, limited access to the area, and increasing wind. Issued by: Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill | Overstrand Municipality
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PEARLY BEACH / STANFORD FIRES | 09 January 2026 @ 06:00 Road Status All major roads are open at this stage including the R43 Stanford - Gansbaai - Buffeljags. Both fires are still active with hotspots and flare-ups persisting. Roads may be closed at short notice. Issued by: Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill | Overstrand Municipality
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UPDATE 2 Day 3: STANFORD FIRE 09 January 2026 @ 11:45 R43 between Stanford and De Kelders is currently closed due to the fire to assist with evacuation. The fire is fast approaching Die Kop Informal Settlement. The evacuation of the Die Kop is currently underway. Overstrand Municipality is assisting affected residents and relocating the community to the Stanford Community Hall. Issued by: Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill | Overstrand Municipality
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OVERSTRAND ROAD STATUS UPDATE | 09 January 2026 @ 19:45 Road Status: The Pearly Beach fire is burning again in full force at Duinefontein along the R43 near Gansbaai. The R43 road is closed at Uilenskraalmond and the Pearly Beach crossing. Detour: from Gansbaai via Uilenkraalsmond towards Pearly Beach, and then via Pearly Beach Road to Baardskeerdersbos Road. The detour route is a gravel road. Motorists are advised to switch on their headlights and reduce speed, as visibility is poor due to dust
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Update: Challenges mount as Pearly Beach and Stanford fires rage on
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TESSELAARSDAL & STANFORD FIRE: 21 December 2025 at 12:30 At this stage, the Overstrand Municipality Fire Services are supporting the Overberg District Municipality. Overstrand firefighters, as well as traffic and law enforcement officials, remain on high alert. Three main objectives have been set for this operational period, aimed at: Controlling the fire lines to prevent spread towards the Stanford Hills area; Blocking the head of the fire threatening the Hemel-and-Aarde area; and protecting st
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ALERT: LANDOWNERS NEAR STANFORD FIRE 08 January 2026 @ 10:00. South Africa. All landowners in high-risk areas are urged to prepare for active firefighting. Ensure that you know where the fire lines are in relation to your property (see attached image). Report smoke or any new fire activity to Overstrand Fire & Rescue on 028 312 2400. Issued by: Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill #aviation #plane #caughtthefirebug | Caught The Fire Bug
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UPDATE 5 Day 2: HERMANUS ROTARY WAY FIRE 26 December 2024 @ 08:00 Firefighters conducting mop-up operations throughout the night were startled early this morning upon spotting smoke. Great relief followed when it was determined that the smoke was coming from a fire smoldering inside an ant nest, not from a new flare-up. No other hotspots or flare-ups were reported. Fresh crew from Overstrand Fire Services and WoF will continue with mop-up and firefighters remain on high alert. Issued by: Overstr
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Listeners have been keeping #TheFlashDrive up to date with continues fire flares in Overstrand area and Gansbaai. Listen to the live action and tune in as Ryan O'Connor and Zoë Brown will be keeping you updated as the story unfolds until 7PM. | Kfm 94.5
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WATCH | WCape’s Overstrand fire crews remain on high alert
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DAY 2 UPDATE 2: GANSBAAI FIRE 26 October 2025 @ 13:00 | Overstrand Municipality
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DAY 5 UPDATE 3: GANSBAAI FIRE 29 October 2025 @ 18:00 Fire crew made a tremendous effort today to contain the fire, which continues to burn in the mountain. Overstrand Executive Mayor, Ald Archie Klaas, thanked the approximately 100 firefighters currently assisting with the Gansbaai fire. This includes personnel from the Overstrand Municipality Fire Service, Traffic, and Law Enforcement, as well as teams from the Overberg District Municipality. Ground crews from Working on Fire include members f
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ROTARY WAY FIRE UPDATE: | 20 January 2026 @ 16:00 Overstrand Fire Services is currently responding to a fire at Rotary Way. Aerial resources have been activated to assist ground crews. The fire is moving in the direction of Preekstoel and the R320 Hemel-en-Aarde Road between Hermanus and Caledon. Issued by: Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill | Overstrand Municipality
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25 November 2025 @ 16:15 Gansbaai Fire update from Overstrand Executive Mayor, Ald Archie Klaas | Overstrand Municipality
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We would like to thank and appreciate our Overstrand Municipality for educating the community and youngsters safety measures in case of any fire incident.🫂🫂🫂🇿🇦🥰 #hermanuslife #overstrand #municipality #southafrican Shane Sebastiaan Elvis Mkrola | Banjo Thato
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31 January 2024: HANGKLIP ROAD FIRE Final update for day 3 @ 22:30 The initial fireline spread towards Bettiesbay and the predicted wind change caused the fireline to change direction to Pringlebay. The fire is threatening properties along the R44 as it contnues towards, Brodie Link (Caesar Street area). The fireline spread unto the properties but no structures were lost. Approximately 800 ha burned thus far. Currently there are no active firelines but they remain hot and can flare up any time.
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*UPDATE 1: Fisherhaven Fire - 20 November 2025 @ 16:30* The fire is not yet contained and is burning towards the residential area near China Marais and Farm Roads. We are expecting an increase in people who want to come and see the fire. Please use common sense, follow the instructions of emergency personnel, and do not block or hinder their access to the area. Thank you to the Overstrand firefighters for your commitment and hard work. Overstrand Municipality’s crews are continuing their efforts
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For those concerned about the animals at Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary near Stanford, and who wish to help the injured cats affected by the Pearly Beach fire, donations can be made here: https://pantheraafrica.com/donate/ Banking Details: Panthera Africa NPC First National Bank Account Number: 62459961142 Branch Code: 250655 Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ Registration details: PBO Number: 930056068 NPO Number: 211-254 NPC Number: 2014/002629/08 Issued by: Overstrand Municipal Manager, Dean O’Neill | O
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Working on Fire in the Western Cape joined forces with other firefighting agencies in the Overberg and assisted @capenature and the Overstrand Municipality with a prescribed burn in Betty’s Bay.#prescribedfire #prescribedburn #Fire #firefighter #firefighters #firetruck #firetrucks #firedepartment #firerescue | WOF-Kishugu JV
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#Houwhoek #botrivier mountain fire 19/11/25 Day 4 #1 Status: 80% contained with two lines still poses a significant threat. Today the focus will be on mopping up the contained lines ((high-up in mountain)above the Houwhoek Hotel & VD Stels pass. And securing the two active fire lines Between Klein Houwhoek & Lebanon. This video shows the strength and determination of wildfire team. Regconition to the #VWS and CapeNature ground teams that worked the lines last night. Volunteer Wildfire Services O
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UPDATE 3: Fisherhaven Fire - 20 November 2025 @ 23:00 Overstrand Executive Mayor, Ald Archie Klaas, visited the firefighters in Fisherhaven to get an update from Fire Chief Lester Smith and Incident Commander Angelo Aplon. | Overstrand Municipality
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HERMANUS ROTARY WAY FIRE 25 December 2024 @ 05:00 Overstrand Fire Services is attending to a fire that started early this morning, above Northcliff in Hermanus. The fire is visible above Mt Pleasant and is moving towards the Preekstoel Water Treatment Plant, located below Rotary Way. Firefighters from the Overberg District Municipality (ODM) are assisting with the fire, which is currently out of control. A man has been arrested in connection with starting the fire. Issued by: Overstrand Municipa
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