Issued on
10 Feb 2026 11:46
Deep Creek Fire
Overnight firefighters from Western Australia assisted SA Department of Environment and Water arduous firefighting crews to greatly increase the length of the eastern edge of the backburn that has been implemented to protect habitat for the nationally endangered species of birds such as the Mount Lofty Ranges Southern Emu-Wren and the Beautiful Firetail.
Aircraft operations continue to support firefighters on the ground by gathering intelligence from the firegrouond and being available to perform drops over the fire where required. Aerial firefighting drops may consist of water or firefighting products, which are biodegradable and do not pose health risks but may change the taste and potability of drinking water. If your house is doused and your gutters run off to a rainwater tank, you should drain and flush the gutters and tank, then refill with fresh water. Further information is available at cfs.sa.gov.au/about/publications/fact-sheets/.
While the spread of the fire has stopped, it may still be burning freely within the perimeter of the fire. Smoke and flames will continue to be visible from this fire for a number of days. However, if the public see any unattended fire they are asked to call Triple Zero (000).
SA Police rapid assessment teams have conducted assessments of damage to assets within the fireground. It has been confirmed that 22 structures have been damaged or destroyed and 12 vehicles have been destroyed.
Bushfire investigators were unable to determine the exact cause of this fire, however, the fire is not being treated as suspicious.
Hazardous tree assessments are still in the process of being finalised. More roads were opened yesterday, but others still require assessment and work from arborists to be deemed safe to open. Please refer to traffic.sa.gov.au for the most current information.
There is still an increased number of emergency services vehicles working and moving in the area. Please assist us to move emergency vehicles and people safely by avoiding any unnecessary travel to the area.
The Deep Creek fire is affecting local individuals, families and the wider community in many ways. If you have been impacted and would like support, you can register for a wellbeing call back from the Australian Red Cross by completing the wellbeing support registration form. This can be found on the dedicated webpage that has been created on the CFS website at cfs.sa.gov.au/deep-creek-fire, alongside ongoing updates and a link to The District Council of Yankalilla Community Resources and Support Services page.
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