LOCATION: Darwin River Road, DARWIN RIVER
ALERT LEVEL: Emergency Warning – An Emergency Warning is the highest level of Bushfires Alert. You may be in danger and need to take action immediately. Any delay now puts your life at risk.
FIRE TYPE: Bushfire. INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 25/08/2023 14:15 hours.
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. A bushfire is running or contained under very high to extreme weather conditions. The risk of loss of life or threat to properties is almost certain or has occurred.
WHAT TO DO: If unsafe to stay, leave immediately. Conditions will change, continue to monitor conditions.
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: A fire is going in the area. Ground and aerial crews are in attendance. Make preparations now – leave immediately if unsafe to stay. Please avoid the area. Road closures will be in place. School bus routes will be impacted.
