by nina@mintcube.co.za | Jun 25, 2017 | Relief Work 2017
On the afternoon of the 25th June a fire was reported in the “Disa” area of IY. Tragically, five structures were engulfed in flames, leaving approximately ten families with nothing but the clothes they were wearing. The preliminary investigation suggests...
by nina@mintcube.co.za | May 27, 2017 | Relief Work 2017
On the 27 May 2017 we were called to respond to a fire in the area of Zola Square, sadly there was a number of homes and property loss. Fire and rescues worked diligently to bring the situation under control. In the aftermath we wasted no time in initiating the...
by nina@mintcube.co.za | Apr 16, 2017 | Relief Work 2017
In the early hours of 16 April, a fire erupted in the upper area of IY, presenting a daunting challenge for the dedicated firefighters. Despite the adverse weather conditions, including strong winds, the Fire Department promptly responded and successfully brought the...
by nina@mintcube.co.za | Mar 11, 2017 | Relief Work 2017
During the early hours of 11 March 2017, an incident unfolded that would forever be etched in the collective memory of the Western Cape. What initially seemed like a minor fire swiftly escalated into the most devastating informal housing fire ever witnessed in the...
by nina@mintcube.co.za | Mar 11, 2017 | Relief Work 2017
On the evening of 20 March, the community of Hangberg were confronted with a devastating fire. Thanks to the swift response of the dedicated fire and rescue team, the blaze was promptly brought under control, limiting the extent of the damage. Although the incident...
by nina@mintcube.co.za | Jun 7, 0217 | Relief Work 2017
During the powerful storm that struck on 7th June, approximately 10 structures were destroyed, and regrettably, a few minor injuries were reported. On the 9th of June the upper area of the IY community again took a battering during a stormy evening and over 250...
