Source: SA Country Fire Service
Issued for Point Sturt near Clayton Bay
Take action now as this bushfire may threaten your safety. Leave
now. Check that the path is clear and go to a safer place. Do not
enter this area as conditions are dangerous.
The Grass Fire fire is uncontrolled. This grass fire is burning in
a North North Westerly direction towards Lake Alexandrina.
Conditions are continually changing.
Homes that have been built to withstand a bushfire, and are
prepared to the highest level, may provide safety.
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 â€" 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 away from the heat of the fire.
Bring pets inside and restrain them.
Move flammable materials such as doormats, wheelie bins and
outdoor furniture away from your house.
Close doors and windows to keep smoke out.
If you have sprinklers, turn them on to wet the areas.
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).
CFS
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16/Nov/2023 04:20 AM