9
Extreme
Wildfire Risk in Johannesburg, South Africa
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
Risk: 9Historical: 2
Key Risk Factors
- High risk rating for Johannesburg based on ThinkHazard (Wildfire)
- 1 events on record in proximity
- 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
- Wildland-urban interface or high fire weather risk
Peak season: June-November
Last significant event: Wildfire - NW of Cullinan, Gauteng, South Africa (2025-08-23) — 26 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Wildfires
Johannesburg is not in the top 10 for wildfire risk among tracked cities.
How Johannesburg Compares
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Notable Wildfire Events Near Johannesburg
Wildfire - NW of Cullinan, Gauteng, South Africa
August 22, 2025 — WARNING
26 people exposed; $5M capital exposed
Wildfire Preparedness Tips
- 1.Create defensible space around your home — clear brush within 30 feet
- 2.Use fire-resistant building materials for roofing and siding
- 3.Keep an evacuation go-bag packed and ready
- 4.Sign up for local emergency alerts and evacuation notifications
- 5.Know at least two evacuation routes from your area
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