Thursday : 32 trapped people were rescued at the park Thursday . Several camps were evacuated after torrential rains fell Monday . Many people have already been evacuated from the Kruger National Park , officials said . The park , well - known for its wildlife , covers more than 200 square miles .
NEW : 32 trapped tourists were rescued at the park Thursday . Several camps were stranded after torrential rains fell Monday . 80 people have already been evacuated from the Kruger National Park , officials say . The park , well-known for its safaris , covers more than 7,500 square miles .