BUSHFIRES NT MESSAGE: WATCH and ACT
ALERT LEVEL: Watch and Act – There is a heightened level of threat. Conditions are changing. Start taking action now to protect your family and your property.
FIRE TYPE: Bushfire. INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 23/07/2026 11:57:00
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 , Bushfires NT is primarily undertaking defensive strategies to protect lives and property.
WHAT TO DO: Enact your bushfire survival plan. Protect yourself against the impacts of extreme heat – wear protective clothing, stay indoors if possible.
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: The fire is burning at the eastern end of Mcgorrie Road spreading in multiple directions. Properties along Barr Road, Wright Road and Wyatt Road may be impacted. Firefighting efforts are currently being undertaken including aviation response.
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.
