Message ID: 0002901
Time Message Issued: 09:42
Date Message Issued: 17/04/2019
Origin / Name: BOCONNOC PARK
Update on fire near Clare in the Mid North
ISSUED FOR BOCONNOC PARK
CFS Advises that the bushfire at Boconnoc Park west of Clare in the Mid North of the State has eased but the fire is expected to continue to burn during today. CFS has issued an advise message for this fire.
Fire crews remained at the fire overnight and this morning fresh crews have commenced work mopping up and dealing with any hotspots.
The terrain is making some areas of the fire difficult to access. Winds are expected to pick up this morning and this may cause increased fire activity and smoke to be seen in the area.
Heavy machinery will be used at the fire today and Emergency Services will be moving in and around the township of Clare throughout the day. To ensure your safety and that of firefighters and other personnel please do not enter the fire area unless necessary.
Residents in the area are advised to remain vigilant during the day and to continue to check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan. Residents to the south and the east of the fire are advised that under today's weather conditions that they are down wind of the fire and winds are expected to increase this morning. Residents are to take this into consideration when checking your Bushfire Survival Plan as the situation may change rapidly. Well prepared and actively defended homes can offer safety.
Property owners of the fire effected area are advised to use caution when returning and to be aware of falling trees, reduced visibility and emergency service vehicle movements.
Stay tunes to your local ABC on a battery powered radio for updates.
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: Apr 17 2019 11:30
WHAT TO DO:
- Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan
- Decide what you will do if the situation changes
- Look and listen for information on television, radio, internet, mobile phones and by speaking with neighbours
KEEP UP TO DATE:
- CFS website : cfs.sa.gov.au
- Bushfire Information Hotline 1800 362 361
- For hearing or speech impaired users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1800 362 361
- For teletype service TTY 133 677
- CFS on Facebook or Twitter
- On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners.
Do not rely on a single source for warning information.
For emergencies call Triple Zero (000)
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