A lapa in the Noordheuwel area was destroyed on July 22 after a grass fire spread to the structure.

Mogale Fire and Rescue responded swiftly to the incident.

According to station officer Jaco van der Westhuizen, the fire department received a call shortly after midday reporting that a grass fire had spread to a lapa.

Firefighters responded promptly and had cleared the scene by 13:50. Van der Westhuizen confirmed that no injuries were reported.

He added that firefighters encountered no challenges during the operation and that the incident was handled smoothly.