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Facebook · Cape TownWilderness Search and Rescue teams were called to Table Mountain following a tragic wingsuit BASE jumping accident in Platteklip Gorge, highlighting the extreme risks associated with this exhilarating sport. As the community mourns, the dedication of rescue personnel shines through in their efforts to recover the deceased.See the Story
Wilderness Search and Rescue Teams Recover Deceased BASE Jumper From Table Mountain
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Cape Town · Cape TownCape Town – The Island Lake boat launch site in the Wilderness Section of the Garden Route National Park has been closed to the public following a boat fire incident. A privately owned boat belonging to a guest caught fire on Island Lake while preparations were underway to launch it on Monday, 5 January 2026. “Initial reports indicate that the boat was already in the water when the engine was started, at which point it caught alight,” explained …See the Story







