Message ID: 0006577
Time Message Issued: 06:53
Date Message Issued: 16/02/2023
Origin / Name: CEDUNA
Eyre Highway Truck Fire 16/02/2023
ISSUED FOR The Eyre Highway Approximately 25km West of Ceduna
At approximately 04:30am CFS crews were responded to reports of a truck fire on the Eyre Highway approximately 25km West of Ceduna.
Upon arrival fire fighters found a B-Double set of trailers fully alight and scrub alight on both sides of the highway. The prime mover was able to be disconnected from the trailers and there are no reports of any injuries.
Approximately 25 fire fighters in 5 CFS trucks, 1 command vehicle and 1 bulk water carrier are currently on scene and being supported by Farm Fire Units, SA Police and Contractors.
The vehicle fire and scrub fire have now been contained. Crews will work into the morning to fully extinguish both the truck trailers and the surrounding scrub.
There are currently traffic restrictions on the Eyre Highway and heavy delays can be expected. A large amount of smoke is affecting visibility in the area. Motorists passing through are advised to keep all windows closed and set their air conditioners to recirculate. The public is asked to avoid the area if possible
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: Feb 16 2023 10:00
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:
- 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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