SA Country Fire Service

Message ID: 0003398
Time Message Issued: 16:34
Date Message Issued: 25/11/2019

Fire Origin / Fire Name: KAPPAWANTA

BUSHFIRE ADVICE MESSAGE

Issued for Birdseye Highway, Polda near Bascombe Wells Conservation Park west of Lock.

This fire is causing smoke to drift in the direction of Birdseye Highway west of the Lock area(s).

You are advised to close all doors and windows and stay indoors if the smoke is causing you concern. Be careful on the road and drive to the conditions 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: Nov 25 2019 19:30


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