A bushfire WATCH AND ACT has been issued for people in parts of Shadforth, bounded by South Coast Highway, McLeod Road, Mount Shadforth Road and Sunrise Road. • There is a possible threat to lives and homes as a fire is approaching the area and conditions are changing. • You need to leave or get ready to actively defend. • The fire is burning in private land north of South Coast Highway and east of Sunrise Road. BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR: • The bushfire is moving fast in a northerly direction. • It is out of control and unpredictable. • Burning embers are likely to be blown around your home. • This means homes and property off McLeod Drive may be threatened by the fire. WHAT TO DO: • If you are not prepared or you plan to leave, leave now if the way is clear. • There is ember attack ahead of the fire, so close all doors and windows, and turn off evaporative air conditioners, but keep water running through the system if possible. • If you are well prepared and plan to actively defend your home, make final preparations now. • Do not rely on mains water pressure as it may be affected. If you have access to a water tank and plan to defend your home, start patrolling with your hose and put out spot fires. • If you are not at home, do not try to return as conditions in the area could be very dangerous. SAFER PLACE: • Your safest option may be to visit family or friends who live away from the area. ROAD CLOSURES: No roads are closed. Avoid the area and be aware of fire and other emergency services personnel working on site WHAT FIREFIGHTERS ARE DOING: • Approximately 30 volunteer Bush Fire Service firefighters are on the scene. • Firefighters are actively fighting the fire and protecting assets. • Aerial support has been sent to assist ground crews. EXTRA INFORMATION: • The cause of the fire is unknown. • People are asked to report any suspicious behaviour to Police Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. • The Shire of Denmark is managing the fire.
Posted on: Sun, 25 Jan 2015 08:33:12 +0000
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