South Africa: Flooding Shuts Day Visits at Kruger Park as Heavy Rains Submerge Areas
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Jan 16, 2026, 19:51 IST | Updated: Jan 16, 2026, 19:51 IST
Severe flooding at South Africa’s Kruger National Park has forced authorities to shut day visits and close multiple gates after heavy rains submerged parts of the park. Officials say the closures are necessary to ensure visitor safety and to assess damage to roads and infrastructure.
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