Major Fire Updates Advice - Cliff Dr, Katoomba (Blue Mountains LGA) 2014-11-02 19:15 Posted: 2014-11-02 19:15 A bush fire is burning near Cahills Lookout on Cliff Drive, west of Katoomba. The fire is 17 hectares in size and being controlled. Current Situation A bush fire is burning in remote and rugged bushland near Cliff Drive and Cahills Lookout, west of Katoomba. 180 firefighters aided by six aircraft today constructed containment lines below Cahills Lookout and mopped up active edges of the fireground near homes. Crews will patrol the area and mop up fire affected areas during the night. Currently there is no direct threat to properties. The fire has reached the valley floor in a number of locations below Cahills Lookout and continues to burn along the cliff face below Cliff Drive. Although it is very difficult to access this part of the fire, Remote Area Fire Teams (RAFT) are currently working to contain the fire below the cliff. Residents in Cliff Drive, Brougham Street, Essendene Road and Moss Street should remain vigilant and continue to monitor the situation as there is still active fire in the area. Smoke from the fire will be visible during the next few days. The Bureau of Meteorology says tomorrow (Monday 3 November) is forecast to have a maximum temperature of 17C, relative humidity of 50 per cent and 20km/h E/NE winds. There is a 25 per cent chance of showers. Advice People in the area around Cliff Drive, Brougham Street, Essendene Road and Moss Street should continue to monitor the situation. Know what you will do if the situation changes. Take advice from firefighters on the ground. Other Information The Six Foot track will be closed between Nellies Glen and Megalong Road. A number of local road closures are in effect. However, no major tourism destinations such as Echo Point or Scenic World are impacted. 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. For information on road closures, check livetraffic. Roads may be closed without warning.
Posted on: Sun, 02 Nov 2014 09:20:50 +0000
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