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BUSHFIRES NT MESSAGE: ADVICE – LOCATION: Petermann ALT, WATARRKA

NT Government

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

FIRE TYPE: Bushfire.

INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 21/10/2022 16:00 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.

WHAT TO DO: Conditions may change, monitor conditions in your area.

ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: There is an active fire 20km west of Watarrka that is producing lots of smoke and may be visible from Luritja Road.

Drivers in the area are urged to slow down, turn on headlights and drive safely for the conditions.

IT IS EXPECTED THIS SITUATION MAY CONTINUE UNTIL: 24/10/2022 11:00 hours

INFORMATION AUTHORISED BY: Senior Fire Control Officer

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