Message ID: 0005601
Time Message Issued: 19:08
Date Message Issued: 27/10/2021
Origin / Name: CARRIEWERLOO
Incident Update for the Carriewerloo Fire
ISSUED FOR CARRIEWERLOO ROAD, NORTH OF IRON KNOB IN THE NORTH WEST PASTORAL DISTRICT
CFS crews are currently in attendance at a Scrub and Grass Fire at the Carriewerloo Homestead approximately 35km North of Iron Knob in the states Far North.
This fire was reported at 3:15PM this afternoon and is believed to have been caused by lightning.
Approximately 30 firefighters on 5 fire appliances, 1 bulk water carrier and 1 command car are in attendance at this fire and are expected to remain on scene overnight.
The CFS advises that this fire does not currently pose a threat to the community but the public should be aware that their is a possibility of smoke to be present in the area.
For updates visit the CFS website (www.cfs.sa.gov.au) or phone the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361.
This message will be updated as the situation changes or before: Oct 28 2021 09:00
WHAT TO DO:
- Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan
- Decide what you will do if the situation changes
- Look and listen for information on television, radio, internet, mobile phones and by speaking with neighbours
KEEP UP TO DATE:
- CFS website : cfs.sa.gov.au
- Bushfire Information Hotline 1800 362 361
- For hearing or speech impaired users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1800 362 361
- For teletype service TTY 133 677
- CFS on Facebook or Twitter
- On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners.
Do not rely on a single source for warning information.
For emergencies call Triple Zero (000)
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