Cape Town, Table Mountain

More than 100 firefighters battle blazes on South Africa’s Table Mountain in Cape Town
More than 100 firefighters are battling two blazes on the slopes of South Africa’s Table Mountain. National parks authorities said Wednesday they were starting to bring them under control after the fires threatened to move toward nearby Cape Town.
Wildfire Burning on Table Mountain Moves Toward Cape Town
Firefighters have battled a blaze on the slopes in the national park for days. The fire spread overnight toward Cape Town’s central business district.
Why Cape Town and Table Mountain experience such frequent fires
Fires have raged in Cape Town and Table Mountain, in particular, for what feels like the longest time. But why does it happen so often?
Mzansi goofs around after seeing Cape Town's famous mountain on fire
South Africans shared their reactions to Cape Town's Table Mountain on fire on Tuesday evening. Internet users compared the incident to Los Angeles recent fires.
City of Cape Town orders arson probe following Table Mountain wildfires
The City of Cape Town has initiated an arson investigation after wildfires devastated Table Mountain, prompting emergency teams to respond and assess the damage
Valiant Firefighting Efforts Subdue Table Mountain Blazes
Over 100 firefighters, supported by air units, fought to control blazes on Table Mountain threatening Cape Town. Fires started days prior and are typical in Cape Town's hot, windy season. The situation is now under control,
Cape Town firefighters battle two blazes in Table Mountain National Park amid strong winds
Cape Town firefighters were contending with two fires on Tuesday afternoon in Table Mountain National Park amid strong winds.
City calls for probe into raging fires on Table Mountain
As the firefighters battled the inferno, community members from across Cape Town delivered supplies, including granola bars, water, energy drinks, and even ice lollies.
More than 100 firefighters battle blazes on South Africa's Table Mountain in Cape Town
CAPE TOWN, South Africa — More than 100 firefighters battled two blazes on the slopes of South Africa's Table Mountain on Wednesday, and national parks authorities said they were starting to ...
South Africa: Fire Breaks Out On Table Mountain, Prompting Road Closures 3
A fire broke out in Newlands Ravine on Sunday, February 23. The flames spread quickly to other parts of Table Mountain and moved to Cape Town’s central business district due to strong winds. The flame prompted road closures in the nearby area.
More than 100 firefighters battle blazes on mountain overlooking Cape Town
More than 100 firefighters battled two blazes on the slopes of South Africa’s Table Mountain. National parks authorities said they were starting to bring them under control after the fires threatened to move toward nearby Cape Town on Wednesday.
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LATEST: Fire in Table Mountain National Park contained, some hiking trails reopened
The fire at the Newlands Ravine which spread to the front face of the mountain in Table Mountain National Park has been ...
Cape Town fights mountain fires as G-20 finance ministers, bankers gather for meeting on finance, climate change
South Africa had hoped to use the G-20 platform to push wealthier nations for more climate finance and reform of global ...
Table Mountain blaze leads to closure of Newlands and Kirstenbosch trails
Firefighters are working tirelessly to control the Newlands Ravine fire, which has flared up again, posing risks to hikers ...
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Table Mountain Aerial Cableway CLOSED due to fire in the area
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is out of action on Wednesday after the fire department closed Tafelberg Road due to smoke in the area.
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A night of flames: Table Mountain fire lights up the CT skyline
A fierce fire broke out on Table Mountain late on 25 February 2025, sending thick smoke and intense flames into the night sky ...
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Table Mountain fire takes a bad turn with concerns it could get worse
A fire that broke out on the Newlands Ravine at Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town on Sunday morning has flared up again. This was confirmed by SA National Parks (SANParks) on Tuesday. It said ...
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Hikers defy warnings and enter fire-ravaged areas of Table Mountain
Shockingly, a significant concern remains the continued presence of hikers in areas that have been closed off due to fire damage.
Cape Town Mayor responds to Elon Musk’s comment on Cape Town being ‘a beautiful theme park’
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis responds to Elon Musk's remarks, and invites him to explore beyond its tourist attractions ...