Cape Town – Hundreds of firefighters continue to battle a wildfire in the central and south sections of Table Mountain National Park.
“Efforts to contain the wildfire currently burning in the central and south sections of Table Mountain National Park continued overnight, with approximately 250 firefighters from multiple agencies working tirelessly throughout the night,” SANParks said Monday, (28 April 2025).
“While winds were calm during the early evening, they picked up around midnight, requiring intense firefighting activity to manage flare-ups.”
SANParks said fresh crews were being deployed this 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 lift.
“Cooler temperatures and lower wind speeds forecast for today are expected to assist firefighting efforts,” SANParks said.
“The fire remains uncontained and is now close to Boyes Drive above St James and Kalk Bay.
“The right flank of the fire stretches between Ou Kaapse Weg and Steenberg Peak.”
SANParks said firefighters were focusing on preventing the fire from reaching nearby communities including Tokai, Zwaanswyk, Noordhoek, and Clovelly.
“So far, no structural damage has been reported, though around 3000 hectares of vegetation have been affected.”
SANParks said all available resources from the TMNP Fire Management Team, NCC Wildfires, Volunteer Wildfire Services, Working on Fire, Provincial Disaster Management, Enviro Wildfire Services, and the City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services were actively involved in the firefighting operation.
“We urge the public to strictly adhere to all trail closures and to avoid the central and southern sections of Table Mountain National Park for their own safety,” SANParks said.
Trail Closures:
Tokai and Silvermine hiking trails remain closed until further notice.
Road Closures:
Ou Kaapse Weg and Boyes Drive remain closed in both directions.
SANParks said authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and will issue updates as conditions evolve.
