The Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional affairs in Mpumalanga would like to urge all people in the province to be extremely cautious and to avoid situations that can lead to run away fires. The weather predicted for the next three days through out the province, will be dry and windy and thus conducive for veld fires. As vegetation is dry and flammable and can be fanned by high winds, people are urged to be extremely cautious.
People are requested to make sure that they do not start fires in the open veld, all fires are controlled and that they make sure that the fires are completely put out before leaving that area and they must not throw away burning cigarette stubs anywhere.
The department has also instructed all municipalities to be on full alert and standby for any possible fires. Residents are also urged to report any fires as quick as possible to their closest fire brigade or provincial disaster management centre at 0800 202 507.
Enquiries:
Simphiwe Kunene
Cell: 082 413 3941
Issued by: Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Mpumalanga Provincial Government
1 June 2009
