Message ID: 0004207
Time Message Issued: 18:57
Date Message Issued: 30/12/2019
Origin / Name: RAVINE
Incident Update for Ravine Des Casoars Wilderness Protection Area Fires - Kangaroo Island Residents and Visitors to remain vigilant
ISSUED FOR RAVINE
A Watch and Act Message is current for the Ravine Fires.
They are fast moving scrub and grass fires that have now crossed Cape Borda Road and is burning in a Northerly direction towards the coast.
These fires are East of Ravine Road and West of Snug Cove Road.
The following roads are currently under threat:
Cape Borda Road
Jump Off Road
Shackle Road
Snug Cove Road
Three Creek Lane
Torrens Lane
Investigator Way
Kangaroo Lane
Be aware that there are three fires impacting on the Northern Coast of Kangaroo Island - the two Ravine fires (more westerly located) and the Duncan fire. A Bushfire Advice message is current for the Duncan fire.
CFS asks all community members to remain vigilant as the situation is changing rapidly. Put your Bushfire Survival Plan into action. Watch out for embers, hot spots and flare ups in and around the fire ground. On high risk days, leaving early is the safest option. The townships of Kingscote and Penneshaw are designated Bushfire Safer Places. Remember that a vehicle is one of the worst places to seek shelter in a fire.
Do not enter the fire affected area unless necessary, these areas may not be safe. Hazards may include extreme radiant heat, reduced visibility due to smoke, fallen trees blocking roads, damaged road signage and emergency service personnel working in the area.
Roads north of the Playford Highway and west of Stokes Bay Road in the fire area are closed. Entry into all National Parks are closed. Closure to Flinders Chase National Park and Ravine des Casoars Wilderness Area is via road blocks that are at the following intersections:
- West End Highway
- Curch Road at South Coast Road
- Playford Highway at Gosse Ritchie Road
Roads are being continually reviewed and may be closed at short notice. Refer to www.traffic.sa.gov.au for the latest information.
CFS has not undertaken any evacuations.
If you see an unattended fire please call triple zero (000). Be aware, that with increasing fire severity, fire crews may not be available to assist every property.
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: Dec 31 2019 12:00
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)
End of Message
