BUSHFIRE ADVICE MESSAGE : BANGOR Time Message Issued: 17:57 22/01/2014 Due to the back burn currently taking place as part of the Bangor fire there has been an increase in fire behaviour and smoke as expected. Smoke from this operation will continue to blow over Port Pirie, Port Germein, Melrose, Wirrabara and surrounding townships as the wind continues to change with the sea breeze and gully winds. The smoke may reduce visibility along National Highway One and motorists are asked to drive with caution in these conditions. Residents should still remain vigilant, enact their Bushfire Survival Plan and know what to do if the situation changes. Firefighting crews are currently undertaking the back burning operation in the vicinity of the Bluff near Telowie Gorge Conservation Park and the Napperby Block. The back burn is to enable crews to continue their work on constructing control lines around the fire and is expected to be completed tomorrow. The back burn is currently on track with the planned operation. Residents should also note that the fire affected area remains unsafe and are urged not to return until further advice is provided. Port Germein Gorge Road remains closed. 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. cfs.sa.gov.au/custom/criimson/1038125.html
Posted on: Wed, 22 Jan 2014 07:33:57 +0000
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