HEIDEVELD: At 01:05 on Saturday, 25 August 2012 a fire destroyed six (6) backyard dwellings resulting in 10 people been left homeless at No. 36, 38 and 40 Cockscomb Street, Heideveld. Gregory Visagie (39 years) died of fatal burn wounds. The victims were provided with food parcels, clothing, blankets and building material.
KHAYELITSHA: At 05:15 on Sunday, 26 August 2012 a fire occurred at 3010 BM Section, Khayelitsha. One (1) shack was destroyed by the fire. Nkosi Dyane (30 years) that was burnt beyond recognition
The circumstances regarding the occurrence of the fires are unconfirmed and the SAPS have opened an inquest to investigate these incidents.
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Issued by: Disaster Risk Management Centre, City of Cape Town
Source: Wilfred Solomons-Johannes, Head: Systems Integration, Special Projects & Disaster Operations, Disaster Risk Management Centre, City of Cape Town
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