ALERT LEVEL: Advice – A fire has started in the area. Monitor the situation for changes.
FIRE TYPE: Bushfire.
INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 23/10/2023 13:00 hours.
STATUS: GOING – A fire 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. A bushfire is running or contained under very high to extreme weather conditions.
WHAT TO DO: Conditions may change, monitor conditions in your area.
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: The fire is burning 46km north of Alice Springs, and is impacting the Stuart Highway and rail line.