SA Country Fire Service
 

Message ID: 0006598
Time Message Issued: 15:55
Date Message Issued: 16/02/2023

Watch and Act Message - PORT LINCOLN, STAMFORD DRIVE Bushfire - Prepare to Leave Issued 16 Feb 2023 15:55

Issued for NORTHERN AND WESTERN OUTSKIRTS near PORT LINCOLN

Take action now as this bushfire may threaten your safety. Prepare to leave. Check that the path is clear and go to a safer place. Do not enter this area as conditions are dangerous.

The PORT LINCOLN, STAMFORD DRIVE fire is uncontrolled. This grass fire is burning in a SOUTH - SOUTH EASTERLY DIRECTION direction towards PORT LINCOLN . Conditions are continually changing.

CFS expects change in the wind direction at about 4PM IN THE AFTERNOON. This may cause the fire to change direction and move towards THE NORTHERN AND WESTERN OUTSKIRTS OF PORT LINCOLN.

People in the NORTHERN AND WESTERN OUTSKIRTS  area should leave now or prepare to defend their homes before the wind changes direction.

Shapes on this map image indicate the Warning Area to which this message applies.
YELLOW: Advice Message; ORANGE: Watch and Act Message; RED: Emergency Warning

For updates listen to your local ABC radio station on a battery powered radio, 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: 16/02/2023 17:50

Homes that have been built to withstand a bushfire, and are prepared to the highest level, may provide safety.

You may lose power, water, phone and data connections.

Fire crews are responding but you should not expect a firefighter at your door.

WHAT TO DO:

  • Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan.
  • Protect yourself from the fire's heat - put on protective clothing.
  • Tell family and friends of your plans.

IF YOU ARE LEAVING:

  • Leave now, don't delay.
  • Roads may become blocked or access may change. Smoke will reduce visibility.
  • Secure your pets for travel.
  • If you become stuck in your car, park away from bushes, cover yourself, get onto the floor as the windows may break from the intense heat.

IF YOU ARE NOT LEAVING; PREPARE TO DEFEND:

  • Identify a safe place inside, with more than one exit, before the fire arrives. Keep moving away from the heat of the fire.
  • Bring pets inside and restrain them.
  • Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins and outdoor furniture away from your house.
  • Close doors and windows to keep smoke out.
  • If you have sprinklers, turn them on to wet the areas.
  • If your building catches fire go to an area already burnt. Check around you for anything burning.

Stay informed

Look and listen for information on television, radio, internet, mobile phones and by speaking with neighbours.

Do not rely on a single source for warning information.

For emergencies call Triple Zero (000).

End of Message

MEDIA PLEASE NOTE:

  • Emergency Warning Messages are to be broadcast immediately and then every 15 minutes following.
  • Watch and Act Messages are to be broadcast immediately and then every 30 minutes following.
  • Bushfire Advice Messages are to be broadcast at the discretion of the broadcaster.
Government of South Australia