South Africans are reeling under the strain of the exorbitant cost of living, with increases in petrol prices, taxi fares, basic foodstuffs and interest rates draining their wallets, all while enduring load-shedding and extreme water shortages.
Santa Barbara County Fire is reporting a vegetation fire in Lompoc. Currently, there is an air attack on scene. Safechuck says the fire size is three to five acres with potential to 40 acres.