Tag: SANParks
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Kruger National Park Deluge: Evacuations and Closures Amid Record Rainfall
Heavy rains strain Kruger National Park operations South Africa’s Kruger National Park, one of the nation’s most cherished wildlife sanctuaries, is grappling with the aftereffects of persistent, heavy rainfall sweeping through Limpopo and Mpumalanga. SANParks has mobilized every available asset, from management teams to rangers and aviation crews, to manage flood risks, safeguard visitors, and…
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Kruger National Park floods: Evacuations, gate closures, and a Red Level 10 alert
Background: Heavy rains test South Africa’s iconic reserve Kruger National Park, South Africa’s premier wildlife sanctuary, is contending with persistent and heavy rainfall across Limpopo and Mpumalanga. The downpours have transformed parts of the park into flood-prone terrain, complicating operations for SANParks, rangers, pilots, and concessionaires alike. While rain is a normal part of the…
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Kruger National Park Deluge: Evacuations, Gate Closures, and a Red Alert
Heavy rainfall grips Kruger National Park South Africa’s world-renowned Kruger National Park, home to the Big Five and a cornerstone of conservation, is grappling with persistent, heavy rainfall across Limpopo and Mpumalanga. As floodwaters rise, park management has been forced to mobilize all available resources, from rangers to pilots, to safeguard visitors, staff, and wildlife…