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Wildfire on Table Mountain threatens to engulf parts of Cape Town as 250 firefighters battle blaze
A WILDFIRE on Table Mountain threatens to engulf parts of Cape Town yesterday.
The blaze, which began in the South African city on Sunday, was being tackled by more than 250 firefighters.
A wildfire on Table Mountain is threatening to engulf parts of Cape Town[/caption]
About 4,000 students have been evacuated from Cape Town University’s campus[/caption]
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Helicopters scooped water from swimming pools and the sea to drop on the inferno, as people were told to flee their homes.
About 4,000 students have been evacuated from Cape Town University’s campus.
A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of arson following reports from witnesses.
The blaze, which began in the South African city on Sunday, was being tackled by more than 250 firefighters[/caption]
The fire has already damaged parts of the University of Cape Town, including the library[/caption]
