Message ID: 0005618
Time Message Issued: 16:16
Date Message Issued: 28/10/2021
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 returned to the Carriewerloo fire after it reignited at approximately 1:30PM this afternoon, 28 October 2021.
The fire is currently burning in inaccessible terrain and crews are currently monitoring the fire.
Smoke may be visible from the Stuart Highway and visibility may be reduced.
The original fire was reported at 3:15PM yesterday, approximately 35km north of Iron Knob in the state's far north. It is believed that the fire was caused by lightning.
The CFS advises that this fire does not currently pose a threat to the community but the public should be aware that there is a possibility that smoke may be present in the area.
For updates visit the CFS website (www.cfs.sa.gov.au) or phone the Information Hotline on 1800 362 361.
This message will be updated as the situation changes or before: Oct 28 2021 21:00
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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