SA Country Fire Service

Incident Update

Message ID: 0002621
Time Message Issued: 16:07
Date Message Issued: 13/01/2019

Origin / Name: MONTACUTE

BUSHFIRE UPDATE FOR MONTACUTE FIRE

ISSUED FOR MONTACUTE IN THE MOUNT LOFTY RANGES

A scrub fire which started on Montacute Road at Montacute late last night continues to burn. The fire is burning in steep terrain which is making access for fire crews difficult.
Whilst the spread of the fire has been halted, the fire is not contained and there is significant work required, including extinguishing hot spots and strengthening of containment lines.
CFS and DEW crews continue operating to strengthen control lines through constructing mineral earth breaks and extinguishing hot spots. With the weather forecast for the following days the fire will continue to pose a risk to public safety.

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: 14/01/2019 08:00

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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