BUSHFIRE WATCH AND ACT for BANGOR Time Message Issued: 15:15 Date Message Issued: 28/01/2014 CFS advises that a bushfire at Bangor, in the Southern Flinders Ranges near Napperby Block, Wirrabara Forest and the Telowie Gorge near Blight road, Telowie road and Scenic drive may threaten your safety. The BANGOR fire is travelling as a backing fire in a Westerly direction towards Napperby and Nelshaby townships. The uncontrolled fire is burning in Scrub and wind conditions over the fire ground are continually changing due to the terrain which is affecting the direction of fire travel. Fire fighters are currently concentrating efforts in the western and southern areas of the fire ground prior to a strong and squally west to south westerly wind change, expected near the fire ground between 5 and 8 PM. Additional firefighting crews continue to work on the remainder of the fire ground. Residence and members of the public in the Laura, Napperby, Nelshaby, Stone Hut, Wirrabara and Beetaloo Valley areas should remain vigilant. Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan and prepare for a bushfire in your area. If your plan is to leave or you are not prepared, leaving early is the safest option. Only leave if the path is clear to a safe place. You should not enter this area as the roads may not be safe. Well prepared and actively defended homes can offer safety. Stay tuned to this radio station on a battery-powered radio for updates. For information about bushfires, check the CFS website cfs.sa.gov.au or call the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1300 362 361.
Posted on: Tue, 28 Jan 2014 05:06:06 +0000
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