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The South African National Parks (SANParks) Table Mountain National Park Fire Management Team continues to respond to the ongoing wildfire above Kloof Nek Corner and the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway following overnight firefighting operations.

Ground crews remained on the fireline throughout the night, monitoring and suppressing isolated hotspots. While conditions were favourable overnight due to lighter winds, potential flare-ups are anticipated for today as temperatures increase, particularly in steep cliff and rocky areas that remain difficult for ground crews to access.

To strengthen suppression efforts, Kishugu Aviation, contracted to SANParks, has deployed two Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) aircraft from AG Aviation from 08:00 this morning. The aircraft operation will focus on cooling hotspots identified through thermal imaging to reduce the risk of reignition. Additional rotor-wing aircraft may be deployed should operational conditions require.

Fresh firefighting crews have also been deployed to relieve overnight teams, with approximately 43 ground personnel and three water tankers currently assigned to the incident.

The public is reminded that aerial firefighting operations will be underway, and members of the public are urged to avoid the affected area and comply with trail closures along the Contour Path and surrounding trails to the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, to ensure the safety of visitors, firefighting personnel and aviation resources.

SANParks will continue to monitor conditions closely and provide updates as necessary.