SA Country Fire Service

Incident Update

Message ID: 0005613
Time Message Issued: 14:09
Date Message Issued: 28/10/2021

Origin / Name: CARRIEWERLOO

Incident Update for the Carriewerloo Fire

ISSUED FOR CARRIEWERLOO

CFS crews are returning to Carriewerloo in order to respond to a fire that has reignited after it was contained last night, 27 October 2021.

The original fire was reported at 3:15PM yesterday, approximately 35km north of Iron Knob in the state's far north. It is believed that the fire was caused by lightning.

Smoke may be visible from the Stuart Highway with potential to impact visibility.

The CFS advises that this fire does not currently pose a threat to the community but the public should be aware that there is a possibility of smoke to be present in the area.

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

This message will be updated as the situation changes or before: Oct 28 2021 16:00

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:

Do not rely on a single source for warning information.

For emergencies call Triple Zero (000)

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Stay informed

For emergencies call Triple Zero (000).

End of message.

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