Bushfire alert: Advice – Behind Gerardine Crescent, Bellamack

LOCATION: Behind Gerardine Crescent, Bellamack

ALERT LEVEL: Advice – A fire has started in the area. Monitor the situation for changes.

FIRE TYPE: Bushfire. INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 08/07/2023 14:19:00

STATUS: GOING – A fire which is spreading on one or more fronts. Effective containment strategies are not in place for the entire perimeter.

RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA:

– Smoke from this fire may affect visibility

– Active fire may occur close to the roadside

– Firefighting crews may be working close to the roadside.

WHAT TO DO:

– Conditions may change, monitor conditions in your area

– Stay informed until threat is reduced.

– Avoid the area.

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 >> https://pfes.nt.gov.au/fire-and-rescue…/fire-incident-map

IT IS EXPECTED THIS SITUATION MAY CONTINUE UNTIL: 09/07/2023 08:00:00

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For further information regarding bushfires, visit www.pfes.nt.gov.au

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