Six cars damaged in fire at East resort
Five cars burned down completely, while one was extinguished by the people at the resort.
Six cars were damaged when they caught fire at a Pretoria east resort on Friday.
Tshwane emergency services spokesperson Charles Mabaso said firefighters were called to the scene at the Cedar Junction resort in Zwavelpoort at 15:20.
Six fire resources from Bronkhorstspruit and Silverton were dispatched to the incident.
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Avoid Lynnwood rd in area of Cedar Junction. Cars on fire. People are trying to get out of picnic area. Road has people & cars double parked. Fire brigade en route.@ItuAssist pic.twitter.com/kYenYnWTec— 🔞SA911 (@JustdoitZee) September 24, 2021
“Upon arrival five cars were found to be on fire and one was extinguished using chemical powder,” he said.
“The five burned down completely and the one was extinguished by the people who were at the resort.”
Mabaso said it was alleged that a male in his 30s caused the fire by using his lighter.
The person is believed to have been apprehended.
Police are yet to comment.
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