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ETOSHA FIRE UPDATE: Ministry staff, NDF and community members continue to battle wildfire flare-ups in Etosha National Park. Strong winds caused the wildfires put under control on Monday morning to flare up spreading around the Halali area towards the southeastern boundary of the park. 
Etosha Deputy Director Naambo Iipinge says  the active fires remain relatively small and manageable but still poses a risk to the park and surrounding areas due to the unpredictable speed of the wind. 
As of Wednesday, preliminary assessments show that the total burned area is 2,587 square kilometres of the park. A full size will be provided when the wildfires are fully extinguished.
Controlled burning carried out by the Ministry in previous months is helping to reduce the extent of the flames. Teams remain on the ground monitoring and mopping up while establishing the full extent of the affected area, including any possible impact on wildlife. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Quelle: MEFT, 16.9.2026