Kirstenbosch Gardens
By Nkosana Khumalo
In the early hours of Sunday, 23 February 2025, a wildfire ignited above Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town. The fire was reported at approximately 3:40 AM and is currently burning in an inaccessible area above the Lady Anne Barnard trail, posing challenges for ground crews. 
South African National Parks (SANParks) has deployed over 50 ground firefighters, supported by aerial resources, to combat the blaze. Senior Communications Manager at SANParks, Charles Phalane, stated: “Firefighters have been battling the blaze for several hours in rugged terrain. Ground crews have been unable to access water sources for vehicles and hoses, but we have activated aerial support to control the flames. At this stage, no structures are at risk.” 
As a precaution, trails in the Newlands and Kirstenbosch areas have been closed to the public. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to prevent the fire from spreading to the back of Table Mountain. SANParks has urged the public to avoid the affected areas for safety reasons. 
The current weather in Cape Town is mostly sunny, with a temperature of 23°C (73°F). The forecast for today predicts a high of 24°C (75°F) with pleasant conditions, which may aid firefighting efforts.
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