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What to do during a veldfire
With a number of fires reported in the Lowveld during the week, here are some tips and links to useful information to help you keep you, your family and property safe.
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- Be vigilant, do not light any open fires and do not leave any fires unattended;
- Contact the relevant authorities, as Working on Fire firefighters will remain on high alert and will be ready to provide firefighting services to landowners and municipalities;
- In the event of fire, livestock should be moved out of grazing land to unbarred land/ploughed fields for safety;
- If water is not available in sufficient quantities or at adequate pressure for the control of major fires; sand or other loose mineral soil material can be an effective method of control;
- Contact the Consult and keep track of the daily Fire Danger Index (FDI) warnings issued by the South African Weather Service.
For more information: Fire safety tips
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