In the Lower South-East, a significant scrub and grass fire rages on Rowney Road, stretching between the communities of Keilira and Marcollat. The Country Fire Service (CFS) is at the forefront, spearheading efforts against the fire.
40 CFS volunteers, eight trucks, and support by two bulk water carriers, are working to contain the blaze.
The firefighting efforts are being assisted by an aerial assault, comprising six fire bombers and two observation aircraft. These airborne units are pivotal in providing a comprehensive response to the fire, offering crucial support to the ground crews by laying down precise water and retardant drops to halt the fire’s advance.
Local landowners have joined the efforts, contributing their Farm Fire Units to bolster the firefighting efforts.
Adding to the arsenal of resources deployed to combat the fire, heavy machinery has been mobilized to create firebreaks and clear paths for emergency vehicles. Meanwhile, National Parks and Wildlife fire crews are en route, ready to lend their expertise and additional manpower to the CFS operations, ensuring a well-coordinated and effective response.
The gravity of the situation has necessitated the closure of key roads, including Rowney Road and Minnie Crow Road in Keilira, and Woolumbool Road at Marcollat, by SA Police. These closures are expected to remain for an extended period.
Stay informed
- CFS website cfs.sa.gov.au
- 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 then ask for 1800 362 361
- CFS on Facebook or X
- Alert SA Mobile App
- On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners
For emergencies call Triple Zero (000).
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