Cape Town – A fire that broke out in Phola Park in Philippi, an informal settlement in Cape Town, claimed the life of one woman and left over 700 people displaced.
According to the non-profit organisation, Gift of the Givers, it was the third fire to hit Cape Town within 48 hours.
The fire reportedly broke out early on Sunday morning.
EWN reports that the City of Cape Town’s disaster risk management said 247 housing structures were gutted, leaving 760 people displaced.
According to the report, City fire & rescue service spokesperson, Jermaine Carelse said, “A total of 12 firefighting appliances and more than 50 staff battled the blaze. The body of the woman who died was found amongst the debris. The cause of the fire is unknown”.
Gift of the Givers, along with Disaster Management, and the South African Social Security Agency are assisting in providing relief.
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Compiled by Junaid Benjamin
