Tasmanian Bushfires

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Diogenies Road, STYX​

Size: 6 ha

This small fire has been contained. FT units are patrolling and will continue as required.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling 000.

 

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Nettlefolds Road, HOLWELL
Size: 21 ha

TFS crews will continue to patrol.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple Zero 000.

 

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Speedwell Road, MONTUMANA
Size: 3400 ha

The fire remains contained.
The fire is quiet all round and crews are blacking out on all sectors
There have been no escapes from the back burning operation in the SE corner.
No further change to the current situation is expected today.
Community Information:
Loosemores Road has been reopened

Non-TFS Attending Resources:
33 Personnel,
11 light tankers ,
3 heavy tankers,
2 excavators/dozers,
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West Calder Road, TAKONE
Size: 5 ha

The fire is contained and will be patrolled at regular intervals by FT crews.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling triple zero (000

 

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Bushfire Advice Message​

Interlaken Road, STEPPES
201736​

Current from:23/01/2013 04:16 PM until: 02/02/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There has been a large bushfire at Interlaken Road, STEPPES.
There is no threat to communities. Fire-fighters are continuing to patrol the area and will respond to any activity of concern.
There may be smoke visible at times around the immediate vicinity.
What to do:
People travelling in the area should exercise caution if driving in smoke.
If you live in the area of the fire, stay informed in case conditions change by monitoring local radio stations & the Tasmania Fire Service Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au

 

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Bushfire Advice Message​

Stormlea Road, NUBEENA
201702​

Current from:25/01/2013 04:32 PM until: 27/01/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There is a small bushfire at Stormlea Road, NUBEENA .
There is no threat to communities. Fire-fighters are continuing to patrol the area and will respond to any activity of concern.
There may be smoke visible at times around the immediate vicincity .
What to do:
People traveling in the area should exercise caution if driving in smoke.
If you live in the area of the fire, stay informed in case conditions change by monitoring local radio stations & the Tasmania Fire Service Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au

 

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Giblin River, SOUTHWEST
Size: 49,067 ha

Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service continue to monitor the fire

 

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Dawson Road, LAKE REPULSE
Size: 11,620 Ha

The fire is currently being controlled by FT crews. Known hot spots are being suppressed and blacked

 

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Bushfire Advice Message​

Inala Road, FORCETT
201651​

Current from:26/01/2013 06:29 PM until: 27/01/2013 09:59 AM or further notice
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There has been a large bushfire between Inala Road, FORCETT and TASMAN PENINSULA .
The fire danger rating in this area is forecast to be low-moderate Saturday 26th January. Fire under these conditions can be controlled .
There is no immediate threat to communities.
People in areas affected by the fire must be watchful for falling trees and dangerous limbs.
Motorists should also be watchful for people undertaking fencing and clean up work along road sides. Please obey modified speed limits.

Unless any fire activity is threatening you directly, please do not be alarmed as crews are patrolling the fire regularly. However if any fire activity is causing you concern, please ring Triple Zero (000).
Reported Road Closures : Nil at this stage.
Please check the Tasmania Police website for the latest road closure advice and drive with extreme care on all roads affected by this fire. www.police.tas.gov.au
What to do:
Check your bushfire plan now; well constructed and prepared homes are defendable in these conditions.
If you don’t have a bushfire plan or your plan is to leave, consider leaving the affected area for a relative or friends place if conditions worsen, only if the path is clear.
It is important that people who live or ate travelling in the fire affected areas continue to stay informed in case conditions change over the following days.
Please monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for ongoing information.
Community Information:
Crews continue to patrol areas along the burnt edge of the fire concentrating on still-smoldering trees, stumps and debris. These fuels have the potential to flare up and produce flame or embers in higher winds. Smoke may be visible at times from 'hot spots' in fire affected areas. Crews are approaching these spots strategically and systematically using hand tools, plant and water to extinguish the areas of concern.
Walking tracks on the Tasman Peninsula between Dunalley south to Eaglehawk Neck will remain closed until further notice. Please refer to www.parks.tas.gov.au for further information.
Ensure you are wearing appropriate protective clothing if you are near damaged buildings as recommended by the Department of Premier and Cabinet - www.bushfirerecovery.tas.gov.au.
Aurora Energy and contracted crews continue to work on electricity infrastructure. Motorists should be aware that there may be traffic delays where works are being conducted.

Non-TFS Attending Resources:
1 Forestry Tasmania Crew
2 Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Crews​

 

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Nicholls Rivulet Road, NICHOLLS RIVULET
Size: 1 ha

The fire has been extinguished. Some hot spots still remain. TFS crews will patrol the fire on a regular basis

 

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Upper Domain Road, QUEENS DOMAIN
Size: 17 Ha

TFS crews have contained the fire and will continue working until it is safe. There may be visible smoke and fire activity within the burnt area for some time.
There are a large number of trees in the area that have been affected by fire. Fire crews and Hobart City Council are assessing the trees and falling the dangerous ones.
Hobart City Council have closed the walking tracks in the upper Domain area to allow work to be carried out safely. People are asked to stay away from the upper Domain area until this work is completed.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple Zero (000).

Non-TFS Attending Resources:
Hobart City Council
Aurora assessing damaged power infrastructure​

 

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Davies Gully Road, FOUR MILE CREEK
Size: N/A

The fire is being patrolled at regular intervals by TFS crews.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple zero (000).

 

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Bull Bottom, MATHINNA
Size: 127 ha
The fire is contained, there is some visible smoke in the immediate area. FT crews are patrolling the fire
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple Zero (000).

 

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Diogenies Road, STYX
Size: 6 ha

This small fire has been contained. FT units will continue to patrol as required.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling 000.

 

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Nettlefolds Road, HOLWELL
Size: 21 ha

TFS crews will continue to patrol.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple Zero 000

 

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Speedwell Road, MONTUMANA

Size: 3400 ha

the fire remains contained. the fire is quiet all round and crews are blacking out on all sectors. No further change to the current situation is expected today
Community Information:
Loosemores Road has been reopened

Non-TFS Attending Resources:
28 Personnel,
11 light tankers ,
3 heavy tankers,
2 excavators/dozers​

 

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Bushfire Advice Message​

Interlaken Road, STEPPES
201736​

Current from:23/01/2013 04:16 PM until: 02/02/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There has been a large bushfire at Interlaken Road, STEPPES.
There is no threat to communities. Fire-fighters are continuing to patrol the area and will respond to any activity of concern.
There may be smoke visible at times around the immediate vicinity.
What to do:
People travelling in the area should exercise caution if driving in smoke.
If you live in the area of the fire, stay informed in case conditions change by monitoring local radio stations & the Tasmania Fire Service Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au

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Bushfire Advice Message​

Stormlea Road, NUBEENA
201702​

Current from:26/01/2013 06:28 PM until: 27/01/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There is a small bushfire at Stormlea Road, NUBEENA .
There is no threat to communities. Fire-fighters are continuing to patrol the area and will respond to any activity of concern.
There may be smoke visible at times around the immediate vicincity .
What to do:
People traveling in the area should exercise caution if driving in smoke.
If you live in the area of the fire, stay informed in case conditions change by monitoring local radio stations & the Tasmania Fire Service Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au

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Giblin River, SOUTHWEST
Size: 44,470 ha

Crews are extinguishing hot-spots along the Huon River. The fire is expected to continue to produce smoke until sufficient rain occurs to extinguish any vegetation continuing to smoulder.

Non-TFS Attending Resources:
7 PWS Personnel
1 Rotary wing aircraft
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Dawson Road, LAKE REPULSE​

Size: 11,620 Ha
The fire is currently being controlled by FT crews. Known hot spots are being suppressed and blacked out

 

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Bushfire Emergency Warning Message​

Shaw Street, LEFROY​

203109​

Current from: 07/02/2013 04:13 PM until: 09/02/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There is a small bushfire at Shaw Street, LEFROY .
The fire danger rating in this area is very high . Fire under these conditions can be uncontrollable and unpredictable .
The fire is expected to put the area of Lefroy township and properties south east of Lefroy on the Bridport Rd at very high risk from the fire front within 5 mins .
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
This bushfire is currently creating spot-fires up to .5 Kms ahead.These spot fires may threaten your home earlier than the predicted main fire front.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Lefroy township and east of the township in the Lefroy Rd and Bridport Rd area
Reported Road Closures:Bridport Rd, Lefroy Rd and Pipers River Rd
What to do:
Activate your bushfire survival plan now
It is likely to be too late to leave the area. If your home is well constructed, prepared and actively defended, it may provide shelter.
If you don’t have a plan or your plan is to leave – leave now, only if the path is clear.This may include a neighbouring property or other cleared area close by that is not at risk from fire.



If you are away from home: Do not try to return to your home as the roads in this area could be highly dangerous.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions

Community Information:
Additional ground crews are on route and air suport is in the area.

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
3 x MEDIUM TANKER
5 x HEAVY TANKER
4 x LIGHT TANKER
1 x TFS
1 x PERSONNEL CARRIER
1 x UTILITY
1 x ROTARY WING: LIGHT
1 x ROTARY WING: MEDIUM
Resources Mobilised:
1 x LIGHT TANKER
1 x TFS
1 x CAR​

 

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Bushfire Emergency Warning Message​

Glen Dhu Road, MOLESWORTH​

203055​

Current from: 07/02/2013 03:48 PM until: 07/02/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There is a Community Fire Refuge Centre open at the Derwent Entertainment Centre. ​

There is a large bushfire at Glen Dhu Road, MOLESWORTH .
The fire danger rating in this area is very high . Fire under these conditions can be uncontrollable and unpredictable .
All residents in Glen Dhu Road need to relocate NOW to a safer area.
The fire is expected to affect the area of Ringwood Road, Lachlan, and Collins Cap Road from Tanglewood Road through to Valley Road including Stocks Road, Suhrs Road, and any small private roads within the next 1 - 2 hours.
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
This bushfire may create spot-fires up to 2 Kms ahead. These spot fires may threaten your home earlier than the predicted main fire front.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Molesworth, Glenlusk and Collinsvale .
There are also Nearby Safer Places identified at the Malbina Cemetery 100 Molesworth Road, Collinsvale War Memorial Hall at 14 Hall Road and a longer term Nearby Safer Place at 'Carinya', behind the New Norfolk High School, 103 Blair Street.
Reported Road Closures:Molesworth Road is open to the public, however road blocks are in place at the junctions of Glen Dhu Road and Collins Cap Road restricting access to Glen Dhu Road, Collins Cap Road, Tubbs Road and Wyre Forest Road to residents only.
The Wellington Park Management Trust has closed the following tracks and trails in Wellington Park:
East-West fire trail, Collins Cap fire trail, Myrtle Forest Track, Collins Cap Track, and Big Bend walking track. Please be advised that Jeffries Track to East West Track is closed to all 4WD vehicles.
Myrtle Forest picnic area is also closed, and any access permits to this area suspended. Visitors to the Glenorchy Mountain Bike Park should reconsider their plans, and it is recommended that bike riders and walkers do not enter Wellington Park from this area.
What to do:
Activate your Bushfire Suvival Plan now
It is likely to be too late to leave the area. If your home is well constructed, prepared and actively defended, it may provide shelter.
If you don’t have a plan or your plan is to leave – leave now, only if the path is clear.This may include a neighbouring property or other cleared area close by that is not at risk from fire.

If you are away from home: Do not try to return to your home as the roads in this area could be highly dangerous.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions

Community Information:

Bushfire Advice Message​

This fire may affect the communities of Collinsvale, Glenlusk, Berriedale, Iron Stone Gully, Malbina and residents of Valley Road, Fehlbergs Road, Nelsons Road, Glen Lusk Road, Stock within the next 6 to 24 hours.​

There is no immediate threat to these communities.​

This bushfire is currently not controlled.​

There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Molesworth, Glenlusk, Collinsvale and the greater Hobart area.​

What to do:
Check your Bushfire Survival Plan now; well constructed and prepared homes are defendable in these conditions.​

If you don’t have a Bushfire Survival Plan or your plan is to leave, consider leaving the affected area for a relative or friends place if conditions worsen, only if the path is clear.​

Residents are reminded to consider the relocation of pets and livestock within their Bushfire Survival Plan. For information about preparing your livestock for bushfire go to http://www.dpipwe.tas.gov.au/inter.nsf/WebPages/CVEN-93P9JK?open​

Unless you are a resident or have urgent business, consider avoiding travel in this area.
Residents in areas affected by smoke are reminded to stay indoors with windows closed and seek medical advice if suffering from asthma or related breathing difficulties.
Stay informed in case conditions change.
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further information.
Schools closed due to bushfire
The Department of Education Deputy Secretary, Andrew Finch said today that Collinsvale Primary School and Molesworth Primary School will be closed tomorrow (7 February) due to an uncontrolled bushfire at Glen Dhu Road, Molesworth.
“The fire danger in this area is forecast to be very high tomorrow and following discussions with the Tasmanian Fire Service, it was agreed that as a precautionary measure the schools would be closed.
“The Department of Education has organised alternate schooling arrangements for parents who are unable to organise supervised care for their children for the day.
“Children attending Collinsvale Primary can be dropped off at Glenorchy Primary and Molesworth students will be accommodated at New Norfolk Primary,” he said.
Mr Finch said that staff from both schools are requested to follow the same arrangements.
“It is important that parents not leave their children at home unsupervised.
“Further information will be provided tomorrow (7 February) in relation to the operation of these schools on Friday," Mr Finch said.

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
8 x HEAVY TANKER
7 x MEDIUM TANKER
5 x LIGHT TANKER
4 x TFS
7 x PERSONNEL CARRIER
4 x ROTARY WING: LIGHT
1 x ROTARY WING: MEDIUM
Resources Mobilised:
2 x LIGHT TANKER
1 x MEDIUM TANKER​

 

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Bushfire Watch & Act Message​

Braeside Road, FRANKLIN
203114​

Current from:07/02/2013 03:59 PM until: 08/02/2013 03:59 PM or further notice
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There is a small bushfire at Braeside Road, FRANKLIN .
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire may affect the Huon Highway to south of Franklinnow.
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on communities south of Franklin and Castle Forbes Bay..
Reported Road Closures: N/A
What to do:
Activate your bushfire plan now
If your home is well constructed, prepared and actively defended, it may provide shelter. If you don’t have a plan or your plan is to leave – leave now only if the path is clear.
If you are away from home: Do not try to return to your home as the roads in this area could be highly dangerous.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
4 x LIGHT TANKER
3 x MEDIUM TANKER
2 x HEAVY TANKER
1 x CAR
Resources Mobilised:
2 x LIGHT TANKER
1 x ROTARY WING: LIGHT
1 x ROTARY WING: MEDIUM​

 

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Downgraded To Bushfire Watch & Act Message​

Glen Dhu Road, MOLESWORTH
203055​

Current from:07/02/2013 10:25 PM until: 08/02/2013 09:59 AM or further notice
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There is a large bushfire at Glen Dhu Road, MOLESWORTH .
The fire danger rating in this area is very high . Fire under these conditions can be uncontrollable and unpredictable .
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
The fire has impacted on Suhrs Road, Fehlbergs Road, Valley Road and Collins Cap Road to Springdale Road.
The fire may impact on the areas of Myrtle Forest Road and Old Springdale Road within the next 6-12 hours.
This bushfire is currently creating spot-fires ahead of the main fire. These spot fires may threaten your home earlier than the predicted main fire front.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Molesworth, Glenlusk and Collinsvale.
Reported Road Closures: Collins Cap Road from Tubbs Road to Old Springdale Road by wastewater treatment plant. Glen Dhu Road is closed. Molesworth Road is open to the public, however road blocks are in place at the junctions of Glen Dhu Road and Collins Cap Road restricting access to Glen Dhu Road, Collins Cap Road, Tubbs Road and Wyre Forest Road to residents only.
What to do:
Activate your Bushfire Survival Plan now.
If your home is well constructed, prepared and actively defended, it may provide shelter.
If you don’t have a plan or your plan is to leave – leave now only if the path is clear.
There are Community Fire Refuges at the Derwent Entertainment Centre and "Carinya" behind New Norfolk High School
There are three nominated Nearby Safer Places at Collinsvale War Memorial Hall at Halls Road, Molesworth Community Hall, and Malbina Cemetery.
If you are away from home: Do not try to return to your home as the roads in this area could be highly dangerous.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions
Community Information:
Schools still closed due to bushfire risk:
Collinsvale Primary School and Molesworth Primary School will remain closed tomorrow (Friday 8 February) due to the current fire danger, Department of Education Deputy Secretary, Andrew Finch said today.
“The alternate schooling arrangements currently in place for parents who are unable to organise supervised care for their children tomorrow (8 February) will continue.
“Children attending Collinsvale Primary can attend Glenorchy Primary and Molesworth students can be dropped off at New Norfolk Primary,” he said.
“Staff from both schools are also requested to follow the same arrangements tomorrow.
“Parents are reminded not to leave their children unsupervised in their home,” he said.
Mr Finch said that at this stage both schools are expected to re-open on Tuesday. (12 February)

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
3 x HEAVY TANKER
3 x LIGHT TANKER
2 x MEDIUM TANKER
4 x TFS
6 x PERSONNEL CARRIER
3 x ROTARY WING: LIGHT
Resources Mobilised:
1 x LIGHT TANKER
3 x MEDIUM TANKER
1 x PERSONNEL CARRIER​

 

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Bushfire Watch & Act Message​

Braeside Road, FRANKLIN
203114​

Current from:07/02/2013 07:05 PM until: 08/02/2013 10:00 AM or further notice
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There is a bushfire on the Huon Highway south of Braeside Road, FRANKLIN.
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire may affect the Huon Highway, Castle Forbes Road and Fleurtys Road to the south of Franklinnow.
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on communities south of Franklin and Castle Forbes Bay.
Reported Road Closures: Braeside Road at Franklin is now closed until further notice but is open to residents only.
Traffic is now flowing on the Huon Highway. Motorists are asked to reduce their speed to 60 km / hour, ensure there are three car lengths between each vehicle and have their headlights on.
What to do:
Activate your bushfire plan now
If your home is well constructed, prepared and actively defended, it may provide shelter. If you don’t have a plan or your plan is to leave – leave now only if the path is clear.
Nearby Safer Place: Port Huon Sports Centre on the Huon Highway at Port Huon.
If you are away from home: Do not try to return to your home as the roads in this area could be highly dangerous.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
5 x LIGHT TANKER
3 x MEDIUM TANKER
1 x HEAVY TANKER
1 x CAR
Resources Mobilised:
1 x LIGHT TANKER​