Message ID: 0006815
Time Message Issued: 16:50
Date Message Issued: 16/03/2023
Origin / Name: WATERLOO
WATERLOO NEAR THE TOTHILL RANGES
ISSUED FOR WATERLOO
SACFS advises that a stubble and scrub fire is burning near Apoing Road and Tothill Belt Road, approximately 4km North East of the Waterloo Township.
23 SACFS crews are responding with the support of 7 aircraft, including a Blackhawk helicopter, and local farm firefighting units. They will remain at the scene until the fire is fully extinguished and will continue mop up efforts over the coming hours.
The fire has currently burnt approximately 40 hectares. Approximately 150 round hay bales are burning within the fire perimeter, and these will continue to burn until early evening.
Smoke is impacting roads in the area, and visibility may be reduced. To ensure your safety and that of firefighters and other emergency personnel who are working in the area, please do not enter the area unless necessary.
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: 16/03/2023 19:30
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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