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4 July, 2017

IFP Urges Farmers to Prepare for Veld Fires

The Inkatha Freedom Party in KwaZulu-Natal calls on all farmers and farming communities in the province to take all necessary precautions to avoid veld fires during this dry fire season.

“We encourage farmers to ensure that their fire belts, especially along border fences are cleared and accessible for vehicles to drive along during veld fires. The areas around buildings and sheds, as well as workers’ houses should be cleared and farmers must ensure fire-fighting equipment is in good working condition, that two-way radios are working and that tanks are filled with water,” said IFP KZN Provincial Spokesperson on Agriculture, Mr Nhlanhla Msimango MPL.

“Veld fires destroy valuable timber and natural vegetation, such as grass for grazing, and thatching, and animals are also killed. The damaged environment also has an adverse impact on the tourism sector, one of KZN’s most important sources of revenue. Every year during the fire season, the news contains stories of wildfires sweeping through our province and other parts of the country.

Any irresponsible acts, that may result in the outbreak of veld fires, anywhere in KZN, must be regarded as a criminal offence and those responsible must be prosecuted and legally punished. Not only that veld fires are a burden to farmers and community members, but also to government and the taxpayer. This is a clear indication that there is an urgent need to intensify co-operation of all role players to succeed in reducing the occurrence of uncontrollable wild fires in KZN,” continued Mr Msimango.

“As a result, farmers must not sit back and wait for the worst to come. Long-term disaster risk management strategies should be put in place to manage and control the risks. Furthermore, we also encourage leaders at all levels to take note and ensure that the people they lead are sensitised on the need to prevent veld fires. Farmers need to discuss with their neighbours on prevention measures and the steps they can take in the event of a fire,” concluded Mr Msimango.

Issued by:
Mr Nhlanhla Msimango MPL
IFP KZN Provincial Spokesperson on Agriculture
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