Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) firefighters are currently responding to a wildfire near Melkhoutfontein, close to Still Bay
Garden Route Wildfire Alert 1: Melkhoutfontein (Hessequa)*
Issued on 11 November 2026 at 14h30_
Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) firefighters are currently responding to a wildfire near Melkhoutfontein, close to Still Bay. The wildfire is spreading in an easterly direction, driven by strong south-westerly wind gusts. Hessequa Municipality firefighters are already on the scene.
According to GRDM Fire Chief, Deon Stoffels, no structures are currently at risk. However, the wildfire remains out of control, with firefighting teams working hard to bring it under control. The GRDM also requested aerial support to assist during the first hour of the incident.
Role players involved in the firefighting operation include GRDM firefighters (George and Hessequa bases), Hessequa Municipality firefighters, and TEFLA Working on Fire and local farmers.
To report any fire-related incidents, contact the GRDM Emergency Call Centre on 044 805 5071 or WhatsApp 081 709 5193.
Issued by GRDM Communications
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