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South Africa: Death Toll in Southern Cape Fires Rises to 8, As Evacuations Continue
News24Wire, 30 October 2018
Eight people have died in the Southern Cape fires as crews battle to get the blazes under control. Read more »
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South Africa: At Least Seven Die in Forest Fire in George
News24Wire, 30 October 2018
"I have never been so scared in my life," said a George resident about a raging blaze that firefighters will battle throughout the night. Read more »
Cape Fire Death Toll Rises as Evacuations Continue
Evacuation efforts along the Garden Route in the Southern Cape are ongoing, officials have said, following the deaths of eight people. Adverse weather conditions have made efforts to contain the blazes in George and Knysna difficult, though volunteers have offered to assist firefighters.
