OUDTSHOORN NEWS - The South African Weather Service has issued an impact based warning for veld fire conditions valid until Monday 3 March.
"Hot temperatures along with dry conditions and strong winds can result in the development of runaway and veld/bush fires.
"Conditions are such that the FDI index is above 75. Under these conditions, fires may develop and spread rapidly, resulting in damage to property and possible loss of human and/or animal life.
"All personnel and equipment should be removed from the field. Fire teams, labour, and equipment are to be placed on full stand-by. At first sign of smoke, every possible measure should be taken in order to bring the fire under control in the shortest possible time. All available aircraft are to be called for without delay."
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