DA warns Western Cape faces extended fire season amid El Niño threat [SOUND]

# The DA says the Western Cape is preparing for a much longer and more severe fire season due to El Niño and climate change. The province’s high-risk fire period is expected to run from October to May. Firefighter training has been brought forward, while authorities are clearing invasive vegetation and preparing helicopters and water bombers. The party’s Dave Bryant says a joint effort is needed to protect communities, property, biodiversity and water supplies: