February Fires

Every year, January and February bring hot weather, strong winds -- and arsonists. This year is no exception. These shots were taken between 3pm and 6pm this afternoon.

The first signs - smoke billowing up behind the hill

The choppers were soon flying past in droves ...

The fire is not yet out, but the water drops result in a blanket of smoke over the valley and from my house, we can still hear sirens - continuously ...

As the sun sets, there is an eerie beauty to the scene.
We are thankful that only fynbos burned this time.