UPDATE: Advice – SOLOMON Bushfire – Threat is Reduced
ACTION: The threat of this fire has reduced however people are reminded to take care in the area. Smoke will reduce visibility in the area and there is a risk of falling trees and branches.
For updates check the CFS website (cfs.sa.gov.au) or phone the Information Hotline on 1800 362 361.
WARNING AREA
SOLOMON near Caralue Bluff, near Kimba on the Eyre Peninsula.
PREVIOUS UPDATE:
After igniting yesterday, an ongoing grass fire at Solomon near Kimba on the Eyre Peninsula, South Australia has flared up. The blaze, currently affecting the Caralue Bluff Conservation Park, is reportedly fueled by lightning strikes that have started multiple fires across the region.
As of the latest reports, the fire continues to challenge emergency response teams due to flare-ups near established containment lines. About 16 trucks from both the CFS and the Department for Environment and Water, alongside observational aircraft and plant equipment, are actively engaged on the fireground. These resources are working diligently to extinguish persistent hotspots found in scrub and native vegetation of the conservation area.
In an effort to effectively manage the situation and provide sustained firefighting operations, additional firefighters are scheduled to arrive from various parts of South Australia today. These personnel are intended to offer relief to the current teams and help maintain a vigil over the fire into the early hours of tomorrow.
Authorities have advised the public to avoid entering the affected area unless absolutely necessary, to ensure both their safety and that of the emergency workers deployed at the site.
Community members are urged to report any unattended fires by calling 000 immediately.
Staying informed during this time is critical. Residents and visitors to the area can access updates through various channels.
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 XAlert SA Mobile App
- On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of the other Emergency Broadcast Partners
In case of emergencies, the public is reminded to use the Triple Zero (000) service for immediate response.
As the situation evolves, the CFS and associated emergency services remain vigilant and are well-coordinated in their efforts to manage and mitigate the effects of the Solomon fire. Community cooperation is essential during these events and staying informed through the available channels can significantly enhance safety and awareness during such critical incidents.
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