Message ID: 0006335
Time Message Issued: 17:31
Date Message Issued: 27/12/2022
Origin / Name: MOUNT WEDGE
MOUNT WEDGE 27/12/2022
ISSUED FOR MOUNT WEDGE
Approximately 30 CFS volunteer firefighters are currently working on the fireground.
They are supported by 8 aircraft, including firebombers and observational aircraft. Operations are also being supported by SA Police, Farm Fire Units and Heavy Machinery.
Local weather conditions are causing erratic fire behaviour on the fire ground.
The Rocky Valley Road has been closed due to this incident. A full list of current road closures is available at https://traffic.sa.gov.au/
At this time it is unknown when roads will be reopened.
For communities in and around the fire area, you should identify your closest Bushfire Safer Place and travel to the area well before the fire threatens your safety.
Bushfire Safer Places are often within townships.
When identifying your closest Bushfire Safer Place, you must work out your options if your route to this location is threatened by the fire.
When you make the decision to leave it is recommended you stay informed about the MOUNT WEDGE SCRUB FIRE and adjust your plan if conditions change.
A list of all Bushfire Safer Places can be found at https://cfs.sa.gov.au/prepare-for-a-fire/bushfire-safer-places/ or on your local council's website.
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: Dec 27 2022 19:00
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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