EWN Jan 11
IN PICS: Firefighters battle raging Overberg blaze :
Firefighters battle an active vegetation fire in Pearly Beach in the Overberg Municipality.
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Battling Intensifying Wildfires in Overberg RegionFire crews fought flames near Pearly Beach for days, forcing evacuations amid strained resources across multiple fires.
Key FactsJan 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ewn.co.za
- Wildfires near Eluxolweni and Pearly Beach were actively battled over several days during peak fire season.
- Containment of the blaze near the informal settlement highlighted the vulnerability of residents in fire-prone locations.
- Limited access to water, due to municipal arrears, complicated efforts to control the advancing fire.
- Firefighters prioritized safeguarding homes and infrastructure while urging residents to stay alert and prepare for evacuation.
In an emergency like this, when the flames reach us before emergency services, we can't even turn the tap open to save ourselves.— Esmerelda Eropam describes the fear of being unable to respond as the fire moved closer.
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