Incident Update

Issued on
29 Dec 2025 00:57

The CFS is responding to scrub fire, 11km south of Blanchetown in the Riverland.

CFS volunteers on 7 trucks are on scene working to extinguish the fire. Crew will remain on scene overnight and into the coming days to ensure the fire is contained and will be supported by the Department of Environment and Water personnel.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.

Emergency services may be working on and around roads in the area, and motorists are advised to stay away. If you need to travel on roads in the area, please take care and drive to the local conditions..

Message ID 0008865

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BLANCHETOWN Issued on 29 Dec 2025 00:57 Incident Update The CFS is responding to scrub fire, 11km south of Blanchetown in the Riverland. CFS volunteers on 7 trucks are on scene working to extinguish the fire. Crew will remain on scene overnight and into the coming days to ensure the fire is contained and will be supported by the Department of Environment and Water personnel. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined. Emergency services may be working on and around roads in the area, and motorists are advised to stay away. If you need to travel on roads in the area, please take care and drive to the local conditions.. Message ID 0008865
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