Source: NSW Rural Fire Service

EMERGENCY WARNING: Willi Willi Rd Fire (Kempsey LGA) - Shelter Now - Toorumbee Rd 2023-10-16 19:49
Posted: 2023-10-16 19:49
A fire is burning in the Moparrabah area west of Kempsey towards Willawarrin. If you are in the areas of Willi Willi, Warbro Brook, Willawarrin, Mungay Flat, Toorooka and Temagog you are at risk. Seek shelter to protect yourself from the fire. It is too late to leave.

Current Situation

The fire is burning in Willi Willi National Park and Boonanghi Nature Reserve.
The fire has burnt more than 5800 hectares and is yet to be contained.
South westerly winds have caused the fire to cross the MacLeay River.
A strong southerly wind change is now seeing the fire also move to the north.
Strong winds are causing erratic fire activity. This may cause spot fires ahead of the main fire front.
Firefighters and aircraft are working in the area to protect properties.
An evacuation centre for residents who have been affected by the Willi Willi Rd Fire has been established at the Kempsey Showground, 19 Sea Street, West Kempsey.
What you need to do

* WILLI WILLI, WARBRO BROOK, WILLAWARRIN, MUNGAY FLAT, TEMAGOG, TOOROOKA*

If you are in * Willi Willi, Warbro Brook, Willawarrin, Mungay Flat, Temagog, Toorooka* you are at risk. Seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house. Do not be caught in the open in the path of the fire.
Go inside and protect yourself from the fire front. Actively monitor the situation.
A safer location may include a well cleared area nearby. Neighbourhood safer places offer a place of last resort if there are no other options.
If you planned to visit the area, or live in the area but are away from home, do not return.
TOORUMBEE RD AND WILLI WILLI RD

If you are in the area of Toorumbee Rd area your life is at risk. Seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house. Do not be caught in the open in the path of the fire.
If you are east of Moparrabah along Willi Willi Rd it is now too late to leave. Seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house. Do not be caught in the open in the path of the fire.
Go inside and protect yourself from the fire front. Actively monitor the situation.
A safer location may include a well cleared area nearby. Neighbourhood safer places offer a place of last resort if there are no other options.
If you planned to visit the area, or live in the area but are away from home, do not return.
If you are threatened by fire

If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
Bring pets indoors and restrain them, close all doors and windows and turn off air conditioners, keep water running if possible.
Shelter in a room on the other side of the building from the approaching fire, and one that has water and a clear exit out of the house.
Keep moving away from the fire if possible and if your building catches fire, go to an area within the building which has already burnt.
Monitor both inside and outside for small fires and burning embers and turn sprinklers on if you have them.
Be careful outdoors after the fire has passed as trees can be unstable and fall.
If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).
Other Information

Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking Fires Near Me, the NSW RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.
If you have a respiratory condition and may be affected by smoke, activate your health management plan and seek medical advice if necessary. Take precautions, such as staying indoors and closing windows.
For information on road closures, check Live Traffic NSW.
Monitor weather conditions and weather warnings at Bureau of Meteorology.

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