#NSW #Fire #Corp Update: Watch and Act - State Mine Fire (Lithgow, Hawkesbury and Blue Mountains) 23/10/13 18:35 Posted: 23/10/2013 A bush fire continues to burn near the township of Bell. The fire also continues to burn around the areas of Mt Irvine, McKellars Park, Bilpin, Hartley Vale, Dargan and Clarence. Current Situation Increasing temperatures, lowering humidity and very gusty winds are causing flare ups around Bilpin and Mt Lagoon. The fire has not crossed to the east of Mt Lagoon Rd. Residents in the Lithgow / Mt Victoria / Blue Mountains areas are urged to remain vigilant and be prepared to act. People across these fire affected areas that live in or near bushland should take the forecast conditions seriously, be on alert and complete a Bush Fire Survival Plan or review their current plan. Areas that may come under threat are Mt Irvine, Mt Wilson, Mt Tomah, Mt Victoria, Berambing, Bilpin, Mountain Lagoon, Hartley Vale, Bell, Dargan and Clarence. A TOTAL FIRE BAN is in force for the Greater Sydney area until further notice. Advice Residents along the Bells Line of Road - Many residents have already relocated from the area. If you or your property are not prepared, or you are not confident about your ability during a bush fire, your safest option is still to leave early today - well before the fire may impact. If the fire spreads under the predicted weather conditions, your property may come under threat from burning embers, spot fires or the main fire front. Roads will become dangerous. Consider going to a friend or family member’s home away from areas which may be impacted by fire. Be aware that if you stay with your property, your life may be at risk. You may be isolated and emergency services may not be able to reach you. Mt Wilson and Mt Irvine Communities - Residents are advised to remain in place. There is fire burning along access roads and it is not safe to leave. There is a high likelihood you will be isolated for a number of days. Kurrajong, Bowen Mountain and Yarramundi Communities - Although the fire is not in the immediate area, use today to prepare your home and continue to monitor the situation. Follow your Bush Fire Survival Plan. If you do not have a Bush Fire Survival Plan, ensure you know what you will do if the fire threatens your property. Evacuation Centres and Information and Assistance Centres Seek accommodation with family and friends away from high risk areas as this will be the most comfortable option. If you have made other arrangements, there is no need to attend or register at an Evacuation Centre or Information and Assistance Centre. If you cannot make alternative arrangements, the following centres are open: Evacuation Centres North Richmond Community Hall – 33 William Street, North Richmond Springwood Sports Centre – 83 Macquarie Road, Springwood. Information and Assistance Centres Penrith Panthers, Evan Theatre – 123 Mulgoa Road, Penrith Lithgow Workers Club – 3 Tank Street, Lithgow. Road Closures Due to bush fire activity there are numerous road closures. Please be aware that road closures may occur without notice. These closures will continue to be assessed across the day. Roads may be closed for an undetermined length of time. Motorists are urged to avoid all bush fire affected areas. Bells Line of Road, Hartley Vale Rd, Fields Rd (Browns Gap) and Darling Causeway remain closed due to smoke, backburning operations and possible fire impacts. For the latest traffic information, visit livetraffic or call 132 701. Public Transport Closures For the latest public transport information visit 131500.au or call 131 500. School Closures All Public, Catholic and Independent schools (including child care centres and pre-schools) in the Blue Mountains Local Government Area (LGA) will be closed today (Wednesday 23 October). Some schools in the Hawkesbury, Penrith and the Southern Highlands areas are also closed. Details available here. Damage Assessment – Building Impact Analysis House (Habitable Dwelling) – 1 damaged, 3 destroyed Outbuilding (Shed, Business etc) – 1 damaged, 7 destroyed Other Information If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Continue to stay up to date with the bush fire situation by checking rfs.nsw.gov.au, listening to your local radio station or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737. If you are concerned about the welfare of family and friends, please contact the Police Information Centre on 1800 227 228. Information about disaster welfare assistance, advice for pets and animals and donations is available here. The next update on this fire will be issued by 7:00pm Wednesday 23 October or if the situation changes. Source: rfs.nsw.gov.au/dsp_more_info.cfm?CON_ID=21488&CAT_ID=684
Posted on: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 07:38:36 +0000
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