UPDATE: The threat of this fire has reduced. An advice message remains.
A bushfire in Tumby Bay in the Lower Eyre Peninsula has resulted in a Watch and Act message from the CFS.
Take action now as this bushfire may threaten your safety. Prepare to leave. Check that the path is clear and go to a safer place. Do not enter this area as conditions are dangerous.
The TUMBY BAY, SOUTH COAST ROAD fire is uncontrolled. This stubble fire is burning in a NORTH-NORTH EASTERLY direction towards BERGS ROAD. Conditions are continually changing.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
No homes are built to withstand these fire conditions, however they can be used as a shelter against heat from the fire.
You may lose power, water, phone and data connections.
Fire crews are responding but you should not expect a firefighter at your door.
WHAT TO DO:
- Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan.
- Protect yourself from the fire’s heat – put on protective clothing.
- Tell family and friends of your plans.
IF YOU ARE LEAVING:
- Leave now, don’t delay.
- Roads may become blocked or access may change. Smoke will reduce visibility.
- Secure your pets for travel.
- If you become stuck in your car, park away from bushes, cover yourself, get onto the floor as the windows may break from the intense heat.
IF YOU ARE NOT LEAVING; PREPARE TO DEFEND:
- Identify a safe place inside, with more than one exit, before the fire arrives. Keep moving so you are away from the heat of the fire.
- Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins and outdoor furniture away from your house.
- Close doors and windows to keep smoke out.
- Bring pets inside and restrain them.
- If you have sprinklers, turn them on to wet the area.
- If your building catches fire, go to an area already burnt. Check around you for anything burning.
STAY INFORMED
Look and listen for information on television, radio, internet, mobile phones and by speaking with neighbours.
- 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 Twitter
- Alert SA Mobile App
- 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).
