NEWSFLASH: Shacks destroyed in Bremmer Street fire
“People must please stay away. The wind is causing the fire to spread at an alarming rate.” Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
More than 30 shacks were destroyed in a fire at the Bremmer Street informal settlement this afternoon.
Motorists have been warned to avoid the area.
Witnesses have reported that the fire spread from between the green containers where the settlers reside to the side of the road.
“It is utter chaos,” said Hercules CPF chairman Johan van Staden.
“People must please stay away. The wind is causing the fire to spread at an alarming rate.”
Tshwane emergency services Charles Mobaso said Bremmer Street has been cordoned off from Van der Hoff Street and that motorists should seek alternative routes.
Police, metro police and firefighters are on the scene.
Hercules CPF appealed for help and donations from the community, as many residents from the settlement were left destitute. Anyone willing to assist can contact CPF chairman Johan van Staden on 076-954-7333.
This is a developing story.
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