Nov 3, 2019
Swellendam Daniel de Kock is the new Divisional Commander in the Swellendam district for Overberg Fire & Rescue. Daniel joins the Overberg team from Breede Valley Fire and Rescue in Worcester. Working as a fire-fighter isn’t simply a job for Daniel: it’s a dream...
Nov 1, 2019
There’s no higher wildfire threat level than a Red Day. You’ll know we’re facing a Red Day in the Overberg, by keeping an eye on our daily Fire Danger Index. When you see red, it means we’ll be experiencing a hot day, with low humidity and very strong winds – the...
Sep 7, 2019
Fire investigators have been able to identify alleged fire-starters – both human and other – during the past fire season. The team from Enviro Wildfire Services has investigated most fires in the Overberg between October 2018 and May 2019. Thanks to their...
Aug 19, 2019
JOB DESCRIPTION Position: Project Coordinator Business function: Integrated Fire Management Term:Permanent position Application closing date: 17h00; 26 August 2019 Planned start date: As soon as possible Salary CTT: R18k to R25k APPLICATION PROCESS: Send...
Jun 12, 2019
The 2018/19 fire season has become known as one of the most overwhelming in the history of the Overberg. While more than 30 wildfires burned during the season, 20 of these were very damaging and very costly. Many of these fires also affected more than one municipal...
Jan 29, 2019
SUPPORT the fire-fighters battling the #VDStelsPass Fire DONATE NOW Elgin Valley, 28 January 2019: A fire that started Thursday (24 January 2019) in the Van der Stel’s Pass close to Botriver has captured the essence of community spirit. The fire has brought farmers,...
