Easter Weekend Sees Rise in Fire and Medical Incidents in Cape Town

The City of Cape Town’s Fire & Rescue Service recorded a slight increase in emergency incidents over the Easter weekend, with cases rising from 277 last year to 298 this year. Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, noted that while most incident categories showed a decline, trauma and medical-related emergencies saw a sharp increase, from 21 incidents last year to 36 this year, marking a 71% rise. […]