Impact based warning: veld fire conditions 29 october 2022

Hazard Affected Municipalities Valid From (SAST) Valid To (SAST) Veld Fire Conditions Beaufort West, Breede Valley, Hantam, Kamiesberg, Karoo Hoogland, Khâi-Ma, Laingsburg, Prince Albert 28/10/22 06h00 29/10/22 18h00 Discussion: The warm to hot temperatures, dry conditions and strong winds could result in the development of runaway and veld/bush fires. Impact: Conditions are such that the FDI index is above 75. Under these conditions fires may develop and spread rapidly resulting in damage to property and possible loss of human and/or animal life. Instruction: Fire teams, labour and equipment are to be placed on stand-by. A first sign of smoke, every possible measure should be taken in order to bring the fire under control in the shortest possible time.