Source: NT Fire Incidents

Bushfire: Stuart Highway, Tennant Creek
Notified: 27/10/2023 08:08
Fire Type: Bushfire
Location: Stuart Highway, Tennant Creek
Current Situation: Response Underway
Status: Going
Alert Level: Watch and Act

Risks:
Active fire may occur close to the roadside; A bushfire is running or contained under very high to extreme weather conditions; Firefighting crews may be working close to the roadside; Smoke from this fire may affect visibility

What to do:
Monitor conditions as they are changing; Protect yourself against the impacts of extreme heat - wear protective clothing, stay indoors if possible

Advice to the Public:
The Stuart Highway South of Tennant Creek is closed. For the safety of firefighting crews and other vehicles, drivers in the area are urged to slow down, turn on headlights and drive safely for the conditions. For further information regarding bushfires, visit Fire Incident Map.

Responsible Agency: NTFRS

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