FIRE UPDATE: Several people treated for smoke inhalation [WATCH]
The blaze has destroyed many homes at the Hibberdene resort.
Paramedics treated several people for smoke inhalation when a fire erupted at Anchors Aweigh in Hibberdene earlier this evening.
@southcoastherald UPDATE: Lazer 911 has reported that all emergency services are still on the site. The fire is settling down at the moment and seems more under control, but it is being monitored by all emergency services. It’s been a team effort from residents, Community Police Forum members of Hibberdene, farmers, Gladiator Security Services, Lazer 911, and firefighters to get the fire at Anchors Aweigh in Hibberdene under control. Thanks to Ibrahim Shaik for his updates from the scene. *THIS IS AN EVOLVING STORY AND WILL BE UPDATED WHEN AND WHERE NECESSARILY | South Coast Herald
Glen Preston of Med-Evac said they are grateful to Ugu Disaster Management, Ray Nkonyeni Municipality Fire Department, local security teams, farmers from Hibberdene and Umzumbe, Community Police Forums, and community members for their collective efforts to battle the flames.
“Despite their valiant efforts, strong winds and the rapid spread of the fire led to the loss of eight thatch roof houses and two cars,” said Preston.
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