A huge blaze erupted Tuesday afternoon, January 21, 2026, at a leading foam-product manufacturer in Strand’s Broadlands Road. Smoke thick and black towered over the Helderberg basin, sparking fear across the area. The fire started just before 3pm in a remote storage section of the facility.
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Strandfoam Haunted by Fires – History of Danger
- Previous fires struck the facility in 2020 and 2022.
- No injuries reported in current or past incidents.
- Cause of the latest fire remains under investigation.
City officials urge the public to keep clear of the area and allow firefighters to do their vital work.
