SA Country Fire Service

Message ID: 0004138
Time Message Issued: 10:17
Date Message Issued: 30/12/2019

Fire Origin / Fire Name: COCATA

BUSHFIRE ADVICE MESSAGE

Issued for COCATA in Cocata Conservation Park, 25km South West of the township of Wudinna, on the Eyre Peninsula

This fire is causing smoke to drift in the area and over Cocata Hill Rd . Road users are reminded to drive to conditions.

You are advised to close all doors and windows and stay indoors if the smoke is causing you concern. Be careful when driving as smoke may reduce visibilty.

For updates visit the CFS website www.cfs.sa.gov.au or phone the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361.

This message will be updated as the situation changes or before: Dec 30 2019 13:00


WHAT TO DO:

  • Check in with your family and neighbours. Smoke can be dangerous for people with respiratory or heart conditions
  • Slow down when driving and be aware there could be people, vehicles or animals on the road
  • Turn your car headlights on and close windows and outside vents

KEEP UP TO DATE:

Do not rely on a single source for warning information.

For emergencies call Triple Zero (000)

End of Message


MEDIA PLEASE NOTE:

  • Emergency Warning Messages are to be broadcast immediately and then every 15 minutes following.
  • Watch and Act Messages are to be broadcast immediately and then every 30 minutes following.
  • Bushfire Advice Messages are to be broadcast at the discretion of the broadcaster.

Government of South Australia