Update: Fires Spark Closures In Table Mountain National Park's Tokai Area

Update: 15:oopm, Sunday

A rapidly advancing wildfire in the Upper Tokai and Silvermine areas has prompted urgent evacuations and public safety warnings. Authorities are advising all hikers and mountain bikers to stay clear of these popular outdoor spaces as firefighters grapple with the blaze.

The situation escalated quickly, leading to the closure of Ou Kaapse Weg in both directions from Steenberg to the Sun Valley side, where thick smoke and reduced visibility render the route perilous for motorists, reports Cape town Etc .

Local residents and visitors are advised to heed these warnings and evacuate their surroundings, particularly those currently at Silvermine West Gate 1 and Silvermine East Gate 2, who must leave the area immediately.

SanParks, the organisation managing the affected areas, is closely monitoring the wildfire and is committed to providing ongoing updates to the public as the situation unfolds.