The Working On Fire team in Cape Town have already fought 50 out-season-fires. Fire season officially began on the 1st December and there's been no respite for these fire-fighters as wind, heat and typical Cape summer conditions force these brave men and women into action.
News24 Live visited the Newlands fire base and spoke to general manager Shane Christian to find out how Working On Fire train for and prepare to fight runaway fires. Watch.
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