Message ID: 0006447
Time Message Issued: 17:22
Date Message Issued: 12/01/2023
Origin / Name: MONARTO SOUTH
Hay stack fire at Monarto South
ISSUED FOR MONARTO SOUTH
The SA Country Fire Service remain on scene at a large hay stack fire of approximately 500 bales and will continue to do so overnight.
The fire is continuing to produce a large amount of smoke over the area, particularly near the Old Princes Highway.
The hay stack has been significantly reduced in size, but further breaking down and extinguishing of it will continue overnight.
The community are reminded to drive with care on the Old Princes Highway due to smoke and Emergency Service vehicles working in the area.
There is currently no threat to the community however, as a precaution anyone nearby who suffer from respiratory or cardiac conditions may wish to stay indoors with all doors and windows closed.
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: Jan 13 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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