Summary
Ongoing floods in north-eastern South Africa have caused the closure of Kruger National Park. Hundreds of staff and visitors were evacuated because of the floods. Kruger National Park is South Africa's largest and second oldest safari park.
Key Facts
- Flooding in north-eastern South Africa has led to the closure of Kruger National Park.
- The park was closed to ensure the safety of staff and visitors.
- Hundreds of park staff and visitors were evacuated on Thursday.
- Kruger National Park is South Africa's largest safari park.
- The park is the second oldest in the country.
- About 950,000 people visit Kruger National Park each year.
