SA Country Fire Service

Message ID: 0004534
Time Message Issued: 12:56
Date Message Issued: 07/01/2020

Fire Origin / Fire Name: PLAYFORD HWY/WEST END HWY , RAVINE

BUSHFIRE ADVICE MESSAGE

Issued for the Western Side of Kangaroo Island.

The current fire edge extends from the West of Vivonne Bay to the North Coast at Stokes Bay, and West of Parndana.

At the moment these fires pose no threat to the public.

There may be areas of uncontrolled fire within the fire ground.

If you are in this area stay alert, monitor local conditions and decide what you will do if the situation changes.

At this time there is no threat to life or property and firefighters are attending this fire.

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

Shapes on this map image indicate the Warning Area to which this message applies.
BLUE: Advice Message; YELLOW: Watch and Act Message; RED: Emergency Warning

This message will be updated as the situation changes or before: Jan 07 2020 18:00


WHAT TO DO:

  • Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan
  • Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke, increased traffic and falling trees
  • Drive carefully in the area as smoke may reduce visibility
  • Close all doors and windows and stay inside if the smoke is causing you concern
  • Look and listen for information on television, radio, internet, mobile phones and by speaking with neighbours

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