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Five support aircraft were activated at first light on Thursday, including a Black Hawk helicopter that can fly in high winds, as firefighters continue to battle a blaze in Simon's Town, south of Cape Town.
Fire and rescue spokesperson, Jermain Carelse, said an initial crew was dispatched at 1.30pm but after assessing the blaze, they then called for additional resources.
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