Message ID: 0006668
Time Message Issued: 12:44
Date Message Issued: 23/02/2023
Origin / Name: LINCOLN GAP
Lincoln Gap Tyre Fire
ISSUED FOR LINCOLN GAP
CFS were called to a fire at the Eyre Highway and Lincoln Highway intersection in Lincoln Gap, in the north-eastern Eyre Peninsula at 1:40am.
Six CFS trucks, supported by three MFS trucks are currently attending the scene where two unused concrete tanks are alight.
There are discarded tyres amongst potentially unknown materials within the 15 metre high tanks, causing high flames and thick black smoke.
South Australia Police are in attendance with traffic restrictions in place on both the Eyre and Lincoln Highways towards the incident.
CFS are maintaining contact with the train control agencies due to visibility concerns from the smoke, with CFS continually monitoring air quality around the site.
While there is no fire threat to the nearby township, due to the smoke being produced and unknown potentially hazardous burning materials, locals are advised to stay aware of the smoke in their location and remain indoors where possible with doors and windows closed.
CFS and MFS crews are expected to be onsite for an extended period of time fighting the fire and are being supported by the SES with logistical support.
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 23 2023 18:00
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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