The Southern Cape Fire Protection Association

Kaycee chats with Manager Dirk Smit.

The Southern Cape Fire Protection Association is a non-profit organisation that greatly relies on the generosity of donors.

Your contributions are essential for supporting our integrated fire management activities, which play a crucial role in safeguarding our area from the devastating impacts of wildfires.

The Southern Cape Fire Protection Association was established in 2006  and now operates in an area of ± 6.8 Million hectares, covering the whole off the Garden Route and Central Karoo District Municipality, as well as a section of the Sarah Baartman District Municipality in the Eastern Cape.

Mission

To minimize losses to social, economic and ecological assets through Integrated Fire Management.

Vision

The SCFPA strives to offer world-class services to all its members and stakeholders in terms of Integrated Fire Management.

The Southern Cape Fire Protection Association is dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of fire management services to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. Our services are offered to our members, at competitive rates.

Please find us on social media and at scfpa.co.za

THE SOUTHERN CAPE FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION PROMOTES INTEGRATED FIRE MANAGEMENT

Catastrophic fires cannot be prevented solely through effective firefighting practices; fire-prone areas must be managed using scientific principles. Integrated Fire Management takes into account the needs of all stakeholders, enhancing cooperation and resource sharing.

Key benefits of IFM include:

• Helping the community as a whole to limit financial expenditure and losses.
• Making a positive contribution towards the conservation of biodiversity and water resources.
• Ensuring that economic and social assets are not damaged, thereby supporting long-term financial sustainability.
• Promoting the activities of the Southern Cape Fire Protection Association (SCFPA).
• Reducing duplication through a holistic approach.

We are currently working on a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of obtaining burn permits and adhering to local regulations regarding open-air burning. 

The burn permit system is crucial for preventing uncontrolled fires, protecting property, and the environment, and ensuring public safety. Unfortunately, many landowners are still unaware of the necessary steps to obtain a permit or the legal implications of non-compliance. By broadcasting information about the burn permit system, we can help ensure that our community members are well-informed and adhere to safe burning practices. Overall, a burn permit process and its guidelines play a crucial role in managing fire risk, preventing runaway wildfires, and minimizing the damage they cause to both people and the environment.

The vision of the SCFPA is to promote IFM in the SCFPA region to minimize losses to social, economic, and ecological assets. This is achieved through the successful implementation of strategies focused on awareness, fire protection, prevention, and support during suppression.