Major Fire Updates Emergency Warning - State Mine Fire (Lithgow, Hawkesbury and Blue Mountains) 21/10/13 19:57 Posted: 21/10/2013 A bush fire is threatening properties 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 Embers are being blown from the fire towards properties along Bells Line Of Road between Berambing and Bilpin. People in the area near Inberra Road and Mount Irvine Road (also known as Bowens Creek Road) should seek shelter if the fire impacts on their property. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire. An Emergency Alert telephone warning message is being sent to people in this area. An Emergency Alert telephone warning message was also sent yesterday to the community of Bell. The community of Bell is advised to leave now if not prepared and travel west along the Bells Line of Road towards Lithgow. The Evacuation Centre at Lithgow Workers Club is open. A TOTAL FIRE BAN is in force for the Greater Sydney area until further notice. Advice for residents along the Bells Line of Road Berambing - People in the area near Inberra Road and Mount Irvine Road (also known as Bowens Creek Road) should seek shelter if the fire impacts on their property. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire. West of Bilpin Village - Residents in other areas west of the Bilpin Village between Bowens Creek Rd and Mt Wilson Rd including the communities of Mt Tomah are advised to relocate. You should travel east along the Bells Line of Road towards Richmond. Bilpin Village - Residents between Mountain Lagoon Rd and Bowens Creek Rd can choose to remain however, it is expected to become isolated and you may not be able to leave for a number of days. Should you choose to stay, ensure you and your property are properly prepared. Be aware that electricity supply to the area may be cut off for several days. East of Bilpin Village - Residents in the area of Bells Line of Road between Mountain Lagoon Road and Pittman Road should relocate if you and your property are not prepared for the onset of fire. Travel east towards Richmond. 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 - 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. Community Meeting Yarramundi Rural Fire Brigade Station - Cnr Springwood Road and Mountain Avenue, Yarramundi at 6:30pm Evacuation Centres Seek accommodation with family and friends as this will be the most comfortable option. If required the Evacuation Centre at North Richmond can assist with accommodation. Bring any medication and clothing you may require, as you may not be able to return to the area for a number of days. North Richmond Community Hall - 33 William Street, North Richmond Lithgow Workers Club - 3 Tank Street, Lithgow Springwood Sports Centre - 83 Macquarie Road, Springwood Damage Assessment – Building Impact Analysis House (Habitable Dwelling) – 1 damaged, 3 destroyed Outbuilding (Shed, Business etc) – 1 damaged, 7 destroyed Road Closures Due to bush fire activity there are numerous road closures and roads may be closed without notice. Road closures continue to be assessed, however, there is no forecast as to when they will reopen. Motorists are urged to avoid all bush fire affected areas. 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. 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 live in the area but are away from home, it may not be safe to return to your property. If you are concerned about the welfare of family and friends, please contact the Police Information Centre on 1800 227 228. Disaster Welfare Assistance Line (1800 018 444) provides information about disaster relief grants for content and structural repairs, available to low income earners with no insurance. Disaster Recovery Assistance Hotline (180 22 66) provides information about the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP), available to people adversely affected by natural disasters. For more information go to disasterassist.gov.au. The next update on this fire will be issued by 9:15pm Monday 21 October or if the situation changes. Watch and Act - Linksview Road Fire, Springwood (Blue Mountains) 21/10/13 19:39 Posted: 21/10/2013 The alert level for this fire has been downgraded to Watch and Act due to easing weather conditions. Current Situation While the immediate threat to properties around Chapman Parade has eased, people in this area should continue to monitor conditions. Firefighters will continue to backburn to consolidate containment lines overnight as conditions allow. A TOTAL FIRE BAN is in place for the Greater Sydney Region until further notice. Community Meeting Tuesday 22 October - Blaxland High School - 3-9 Coughlan Road, Blaxland at 7:30pm Tuesday 22 October - Warrimoo Community Hall - Great Western Highway, Warrimoo at 7:30pm Damage Assessment – Building Impact Analysis House (Habitable Dwelling) – 109 damaged, 193 destroyed Outbuilding (Shed, Business etc) – 0 damaged, 0 destroyed Advice Follow your Bush Fire Survival Plan. If you do not have a Bush Fire Survival Plan, know what you will do if the fire threatens your property. Evacuation Centres Springwood Sports Club, 83 Macquarie Road, Springwood Lithgow Workers Club, 3-7 Tank Street, Lithgow. School Closures Blacktown Youth College, Lawson - Tuesday 22 October Korowal School, Hall Parade, Hazelbrook - Tuesday 22 October St Columbas College, Springwood - Tuesday 22 October St Thomas Aquinas School, Springwood - Tuesday 22 October. Contact your local school for more information. Road Closures Due to bush fire activity there are numerous road closures. Please also be aware that road closures may occur without notice. These closures will continue to be assessed across the day, however, there is no forecast as to when these roads will reopen. Motorists are urged to avoid all bushfire affected areas. 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. Other Information If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately If you are concerned about the welfare of family and friends, please contact the Police Information Centre on 1800 227 228 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 live in the area but are away from home, it may not be safe to return to your property Disaster Welfare Assistance Line (1800 018 444) provides information about disaster relief grants for content and structural repairs, available to low income earners with no insurance Disaster Recovery Assistance Hotline (180 22 66) provides information about the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP), available to people adversely affected by natural disasters. For more information go to disasterassist.gov.au. The next update on this fire will be issued by 9:00pm Monday 21 October or if the situation changes. Watch and Act - Hall Road Fire (Southern Highlands / Wollondilly) 21/10/13 19:10 Posted: 21/10/2013 The alert level for the Hall Road Fire has been downgraded to Watch and Act due to easing weather conditions. Fire continues to burn in the Southern Highlands near the villages of Yerrinbool, Balmoral, Yanderra, Pheasants Nest, Wilton, Bargo, Buxton, Hill Top, Alpine / Aylmerton and Couridjah in the Southern Highlands. Current Situation Weather conditions have eased in the area and firefighters have contained spot fires. Picton Road is now open. A TOTAL FIRE BAN is in force for the Illawarra / Shoalhaven area until further notice. Advice Check and follow your Bush Fire Survival Plan and prepare for a bush fire in your area. If your plan is to leave, or you are not prepared, leave early. Specially designed, constructed or modified homes, prepared to the highest level, may provide safety. Community Meeting A community meeting will be held at 7pm tonight in the Hall at Buxton Public School - Hassal Road, Buxton. Residents of Balmoral, Buxton, Couridjah and Bargo are encouraged to attend. Advice (Illawarra residents) While there is no threat to properties in the Illawarra at this time, residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and monitor the situation throughout the day. Check and follow your Bush Fire Survival Plan and prepare yourself for the potential of a bush fire in your area. School Closures Hill Top Public School - Tuesday 22 October Yanderra Public School - closed until further notice. Contact your local school for more information. Damage Assessment – Building Impact Analysis House (Habitable Dwelling) – 2 damaged, 2 destroyed Outbuilding (Shed, Business etc) – 0 damaged, 10 destroyed Road Closures Due to bush fire activity there are numerous road closures. Road closures may occur without notice. Closures will continue to be assessed across the day, however, there is no forecast as to when roads will reopen. Motorists are urged to avoid all bushfire affected areas. 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. Other information If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. If you live in the area but are away from home, it may not be safe to return to your property. Residents and people in the area should 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. Disaster Welfare Assistance Line (1800 018 444) provides information about disaster relief grants for content and structural repairs, available to low income earners with no insurance. Disaster Recovery Assistance Hotline (180 22 66) provides information about the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP), available to people adversely affected by natural disasters. For more information go to disasterassist.gov.au. The next update will be issued by 9:00pm Monday 21 October or if the situation changes. Watch and Act - Mount York Road, Mount Victoria Fire (Blue Mountains) 21/10/13 19:56 Posted: 21/10/2013 Firefighters may backburn around the Blackheath area tonight, to assist with containing this fire around the Blackheath and Mount Victoria area. Current Situation Backburning operations will be carried out around the Blackheath area overnight in an effort to contain the fire and protect properties in the Blackheath area. During these operations, people in the Blackheath area will see an increase in fire and smoke. These backburns may take place close to homes. Firefighters will be working in the area. The threat to the Great Western Highway has been reduced due to successful backburning of Berghofers Pass. Should conditions worsen, this fire may cross Berghofers Pass and force the closure of Great Western Highway to the west of Mount Victoria. The fire could spread through Grose Valley and potentially threaten properties to the north of Great Western Highway at Mount Victoria. A TOTAL FIRE BAN is in place for the Greater Sydney Region until further notice. Community Meetings Blue Mountains Christian School - 60 Thirroul Ave, Blackheath at 7:30pm Medlow Bath Rural Fire Brigade Station - 62 Railway Parade, Medlow Bath at 7:30pm Hazelbrook Rural Fire Brigade Station - Cnr Terrace Falls and Bath Road, Hazelbrook at 7:00pm Damage Assessment – Building Impact Analysis House (Habitable Dwelling) – 1 damaged, 7 destroyed Outbuilding (Shed, Business etc) – 0 damaged, 0 destroyed Advice Residents in the Blue Mountains area are urged to remain vigilant and prepared with hot, dry and windy conditions forecast, people right 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. At this stage, the Great Western Highway will remain open unless affected by fire activity. Well prepared homes can offer safety during the fire. Conditions may be changing. Continue to monitor the situation. Put your Bush Fire Survival Plan into action. If you do not have a Bush Fire Survival Plan,know what you will do if the fire threatens your property. Evacuation Centres Lithgow Workers Club - 3-7 Tank Street, Lithgow Springwood Sports Club - 83 Macquarie Road, Springwood Road Closures Due to bush fire activity there are numerous road closures. Road closures may occur without notice. Closures will continue to be assessed across the day, however, there is no forecast as to when roads will reopen. Motorists are urged to avoid all bush fire affected areas. For the latest traffic information, visit livetraffic or call 132 701. School Closures MET School, Mount Victoria - closed Tue 22 and Wed 23 October Public Transport Closures For the latest public transport information visit 131500.au or call 131 500. Other Information If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. If you are concerned about the welfare of family and friends, please contact the Police Information Centre on 1800 227 228. 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 live in the area but are away from home, it may not be safe to return to your property. For health information about the impact of smoke on your health visit NSW Health. Disaster Welfare Assistance Line (1800 018 444) provides information about disaster relief grants for content and structural repairs, available to low income earners with no insurance. The next update will be 9:30pm Monday 21 October or if the situation changes.
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