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Jabulani Fire Station faces crisis as two out of three fire trucks are out of service
ActionSA President Herman Mashaba exposes the critical state of Jabulani Fire Station, where two-thirds of fire trucks are out of service, endangering community safety and demanding immediate action.
Gauteng Education Department warns of alarming rise in school fire incidents
The Gauteng Department of Education is sounding the alarm as it grapples with a troubling surge in fire incidents affecting schools across the province. With 29 reported incidents between the 2021/22 and 2025/26 financial years, urgent concerns are mounting over the safety measures currently in place at educational institutions.
'They burnt completely': Six family members, including toddlers, perish in Ekurhuleni shack fire
Only one family member, a girl aged seven, was rescued with critical burns, prompting an urgent response from emergency services.
Tragic fire in Mayfair leads to MMC's decisive action against unsafe property
Following a devastating fire that claimed the lives of four toddlers in an unlicensed daycare, MMC Dr. Mgcini Tshwaku has taken immediate action to shut down the property, citing severe by-law violations and prioritising community safety.
Tragic blaze in Bishop Lavis claims the lives of two young children
A devastating fire in Bishop Lavis has resulted in the tragic deaths of two young children, leaving their family and community in mourning. As investigations unfold, the family faces the challenge of rebuilding their lives amidst grief and loss.
Two children die in Bishop Lavis fire as family mourns tragic loss
A tragic fire in Bishop Lavis has resulted in the deaths of two young children, leaving their family and community in mourning.
Fire at Umhlanga shopping mall ignites emergency response
Quick action prevents by KZNVIP security services and others prevents damage and the loss of lives when fire broke out at the Gateway Shopping Mall.
Tshwane honours fallen firefighters on International Firefighters' Day
Tshwane's Emergency Services Department commemorated International Firefighters' Day with a heartfelt ceremony honouring fallen heroes and celebrating the dedication of current firefighters.
Wildfires burn hundreds of hectares of Western Cape land
The Western Cape’s unique biodiversity, including its Fynbos ecosystems, is highly susceptible to fire damage.
Wildfires scorch over 32 000 ha in the Western Cape’s relentless fire season
The Western Cape’s unique biodiversity, including its Fynbos ecosystems, is highly susceptible to fire damage.
Fuel trucks burst into flames after welding mishap in Benoni
Two articulated trucks and one rigid truck caught fire following a welding operation that went dangerously awry.
Three fuel trucks burst into flames after welding mishap in Benoni
In an alarming welding mishap at a Benoni fuel truck company, two articulated trucks and a rigid truck caught fire.
Police investigate arson of train coaches between Woodstock and Cape Town
Police are investigating the arson of ten train coaches between Woodstock and Cape Town, with no suspects identified yet.
Ten train coaches gutted in railway blaze
A fire destroyed 10 previously damaged train coaches between Woodstock and Cape Town stations, prompting a major emergency response and criminal investigation. This comes as Prasa announces service improvements on other lines.
Ten train coaches gutted in Cape Town railway blaze
A devastating fire has destroyed 10 previously damaged train coaches between Woodstock and Cape Town stations, prompting a major emergency response and criminal investigation. The incident occurs as Prasa announces service improvements on other lines.