# The Cape Winelands District Municipality’s Fire Services have contained a large wildfire in the Kogmanskloof area outside Montagu, marking an unusually early start to the 2026/2027 fire season. The municipality warns the early fire could signal a longer and more demanding season, putting pressure on firefighting resources, farmers and natural areas. Mayor Elna von Schlicht urges landowners to clear dry vegetation, overgrown firebreaks and other fire hazards ahead of summer:
Montagu wildfire contained as Cape Winelands fire season starts early [SOUND]
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