BE FIRE WISE - be #WildFireReady!

BE FIRE WISE - be #WildFireReady!

Overstrand Municipality

BE FIRE WISE - be #WildFireReady!

In the last year, wildfires in the Overberg district have destroyed and damaged almost 50 homes and threatened several neighbourhoods.

Any emergency and/or distress call regarding accidents and/or fires can be reported to the Overstrand Municipality’s 24-hour Emergency only number on 028 312 2400.

 
Do you know what Defensible Space is?

Defensible Space is an area around a building where vegetation is managed by removing overhanging material and leaf litter that surrounds infrastructure.

Let's keep everything short and neat to reduce the risk of flame contact and radiant heat.

For more fire wise tips, click here.

BE FIRE WISE - be #WildFireReady!

Overstrand Municipality

Overstrand Municipality serves the communities of Gansbaai, Stanford, Hermanus, and Hangklip / Kleinmond, including suburbs, settlements, and villages. With a population of over 135,000 people spread across more than 1,700 km², Overstrand Municipality plays a central role in keeping day-to-day life...

View Profile

What is Xplorio?

Xplorio is your local connection allowing you to find anything and everything about a town.

WATCH THE VIDEO: Welcome to Pringle Bay & Rooi Els!
Read More

Other Articles

DON’T WAIT! 2027 GRADE R, 1 AND 8 ADMISSIONS

DON’T WAIT! 2027 GRADE R, 1 AND 8 ADMISSIONS

The on-time admissions window for Grade R, 1 or 8 in the Western Cape in 2027 opens on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.

The Cost of Perfection

The Cost of Perfection

All of us carry some form of self-criticism.

HOME AFFAIRS DATES FOR MARCH 2026

HOME AFFAIRS DATES FOR MARCH 2026

Home Affairs Mobile will be in the Overstrand on the following dates.

Celebrating Extraordinary Women

Celebrating Extraordinary Women

The “Extraordinary Women” exhibition at Chadoka Art & Bicycles Gallery in Pringle Bay opened on Saturday, 7 March 2026.

Chadoka Art & Bicycles
Personal Growth Is Not Optional for Entrepreneurs

Personal Growth Is Not Optional for Entrepreneurs

Personal growth should never be a neglected optional for the entrepreneur. It is mandatory.

See All Articles