SA Country Fire Service

Message ID: 0005296
Time Message Issued: 14:22
Date Message Issued: 13/01/2021

Fire Origin / Fire Name: BLACKFORD

BUSHFIRE ADVICE MESSAGE

Issued for Blackford, Avenue Range Road and Minnie Crowe Road at Avenue Range and Lucindale in the Lower South East of South Australia

People in and around the fire affected areas at Blackford, Avenue Range and Lucindale need to be aware falling and burning trees. If you are on the roads please be vigilant and watch for wandering livestock, heavy plant and fire trucks.
Smoke will be visible for several day's and at times may impair visibility whilst you are traveling.
If you notice fires outside of the fire perimeter ring 000.

For updates visit the CFS website www.cfs.sa.gov.au or phone the Bushfire Information Hotline on 1800 362 361.

This message will be updated as the situation changes or before: 13/01/2021 23:59


WHAT TO DO:

  • Check and follow your Bushfire Survival Plan
  • Stay alert for potential dangers such as smoke, increased traffic and falling trees
  • Drive carefully in the area as smoke may reduce visibility
  • Look and listen for information on television, radio, internet, mobile phones and by speaking with neighbours

KEEP UP TO DATE:

Do not rely on a single source for warning information.

For emergencies call Triple Zero (000)

End of Message


MEDIA PLEASE NOTE:

  • Emergency Warning Messages are to be broadcast immediately and then every 15 minutes following.
  • Watch and Act Messages are to be broadcast immediately and then every 30 minutes following.
  • Bushfire Advice Messages are to be broadcast at the discretion of the broadcaster.

Government of South Australia