CURRENT: Lightning activity across western parts of NSW unfortunately is not accompanied by rain. 300 firefighters from across Australia are on rotation of 3-5 days to help the NSW firies. 800 personnel from around Australia will be assisting tomorrow, including a New Zealand liaison officer. Back burning in the mountains has been compromised due to spot fires burning ahead of the fire front. Property protection strategy is in place. Community of Blackheath and people driving through the mountains on the Great Western Highway - flames and smoke will be visible tonight. People encouraged to dob in others throwing cigarette butts out of their car windows.
Posted on: Mon, 21 Oct 2013 09:18:00 +0000