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Tasmanian Bushfires

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Highland Lakes Road, GOLDEN VALLEY

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).
 
Rheban Road, ORFORD

The fire is burning on private property and has been handed over to the landowner who will continue to monitor it. The fire will also be patrolled by TFS crews.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple Zero (000).
Resources Arrived:
1 x MEDIUM TANKER
 
Woorak Road, EPPING FOREST

There is currently no fire activity. Crews will remain on scene monitoring and patrolling the fire boundaries this evening and return again tomorrow. A tree faller in on scene currently falling dangerous trees within the fire boundaries to allow crews to fully extinguish.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple Zero (000).
286 ha has been burning
 

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February Plains, CRADLE MOUNTAIN

The fire is now extinguished but will be patrolled and monitored by crews from PWS
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling
000.
 
Bushfire Advice Message​


Rhyndaston Road, RHYNDASTON
201414​


Current from:06/01/2013 03:49 AM until: 11/01/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There is a small bushfire at Rhyndaston Road, RHYNDASTON .
There is no threat to communities. The fire is burning within dozed and burnt edges. Crews are continuing to mop up and consolidate and strengthen the fire edges.
There may be smoke and ash from this fire visible around Rhyndaston and Eldon Roads, and the township of Colebrook.
Reported Road Closures : There are no roads closed
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
 
Huntingdon Tier Road, BAGDAD

The fire is burning within the Waste Transfer Station. TFS and council crews will monitor the fire on a regular basis.
If there is any fire activity causing you concern please report it to the TFS by calling Triple Zero (000).
 
Lyell Highway, BLACK BOBS

The fire is being patrolled at regular intervals by TFS crews.

Resources Arrived:
2 x MEDIUM TANKER
 
TheKanga said:
Just heard on facebook there is a group of people around the dodge ferry area.
They are telling people to evacuate their homes and then trashing and looting it.
Absolute low lives if true, oxygen thieves!

http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10151333340099394&id=120952969393
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Rumor been doing the rounds since early hours of Saturday morning at Primrose Sands than Dodges, been reported on radio but police have said yet to see the evidence of said accusation.
 
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Inala Road, FORCETT
201651​


Current from:06/01/2013 09:58 PM until: 07/01/2013 06:00 AM or further notice
​
There is a large bushfire at between Forcett and the Tasman Peninsular .
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire is currently affecting the community of Taranna, Lewisham,Dunalley, Copping, Forcett, Connellys Marsh, Dodges Ferry, Eaglehawk Neck, Primrose Sands,Murdunna,Boomers Bay,Bream Creek and Sommers Bay.
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Taranna, Forcett and remaining Tasman Peninsula Communities.
Reported Road Closures: Arthur Highway from junction of Old Forcett Road to the junction of Pirates Bay Road, Eaglehawk Neck. Fulham Road, from the junction of Primrose Sands Road to Gellibrand Street, Dunally. Sugarloaf Road, Primrose Sands from the Junction of Carlton Road to the Arthur Highway.
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.
There is a Community fire refuge at Nubeena at the Tasman Civic Centre
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:
Due to favourable weather conditions overnight and throughout today the fire's progress has slowed down considerably.
Fire crews are conducting direct operations on the edges of the fire to strenghten containment lines.
These works will include backburning that may create additional smoke throughout the entire Tasman Peninsular area.
Tasmania Police have declared fire affected areas between Forcett and the Tasman Peninsula as a Serious Incident Site due to:
  • Public safety (downed power lines and power poles, falling trees, possible asbestos, and active fire activity)
  • Security of evacuated premises
It is important that evidence at the scene is not contaminated or compromised in any way.

The Nubeena Communnity Fire Refuge is located at the Tasman Civic Centre, Clarke Street.

The Sorell Community Fire Refuge is located at Sorell Memorial Hall 47 Cole Street, Sorell.

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
5 x MEDIUM TANKER
3 x HEAVY TANKER
2 x LIGHT TANKER
1 x TFS
2 x PERSONNEL CARRIER
1 x ROTARY WING: LIGHT
Resources Mobilised:
1 x HEAVY TANKER
1 x MEDIUM TANKER
2 x LIGHT TANKER​
 
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Dawson Road, LAKE REPULSE
201635​


Current from:06/01/2013 09:51 PM until: 07/01/2013 06:00 AM or further notice
​
There is a large bushfire at Dawson Road, LAKE REPULSE . The fire is now due East of Ellendale.
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire is affecting the community of Ellendale and Karanja
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
Firefighting crews are undertaking back burning activities between Rockmount Rd and Clarkes Rd over a 5 km strip. This will result in smoke and flame being visible in the area.
Reported Road Closures: Ellendale Road at junction with Lyell Highway, Ellendale Road at the junction with Holmes Road, Ellednale Road at Rockmount Road junction, Dawson Road from the intersection with Ellendale Road, Lake Repulse Road at the junction with Lyell Highway, Cluny Lagoon road from teh intersection with the Lyell Highway, Pillies Road from teh intersection with Ellendale Road, Rockmount Road closed at Ellendale Road.
What to do:
Maintain you activated bushfire plan.
Residents that have relocated to a nearby safer place should remain there.
If your home is well constructed, prepared and actively defended, it may provide shelter in these conditions. 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
Community Information:
Motorists must drive with care. Power lines and wandering stock are creating hazards.
The Community Fire Refuge at Ouse Hall has CLOSED.
The Community Fire Refuge located at "Karina" behind New Norfolk High School 103 Blair Street NEW NORFOLK has CLOSED.

Mount Field National park is closed.
People are asked not to return to the camp areas in the area.
A statewide police hotline has been established for people who are concerned or have enquiries regarding property and relatives call 1800 567 567
TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
4 x HEAVY TANKER
1 x MEDIUM TANKER
3 x LIGHT TANKER
2 x PERSONNEL CARRIER
1 x TFS​
 
FORCETT & LAKE REPULSE Bushfires : A heightened level of threat. Conditions are changing; you need to start taking action now to protect you and your family
 

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Pretty scary stuff - people talking about trees exploding. I was in Tasmania last week, travelled through Bicheno and Freycinet national park on Thursday, just before the fires started. The satellite map from yesterday evening:

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Been outside a few times here in Hobart. Still very smokie. Its even coming through the air conditioning in the office I am in. Stinks quite a bit.
Just heard a bus load of people are being brought to Hobart from Nubeena as I type.
 
Yeah the haze and smoke is pretty strong, it's quite humid outside as well and currently 27 degrees.
I'm looking forward to the much needed rain tomorrow!
 
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Speedwell Road, MONTUMANA
201830​


Current from:07/01/2013 11:55 AM until: 07/01/2013 03:00 PM or further notice
​
There is a large bushfire at Speedwell Road, MONTUMANA .
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire may affect the communities of Mawbanna and Montumana within the next 6 hours .
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Mawbanna, Montumana, Rocky Cape, Sisters Beach, Detention River.
Reported Road Closures: Coopers Rd from Yanns Rd Montumana
Wind predictions for today are for north easterlies. Residents in the Mawbanna area are advised that smoke and ash may impact the Mawbanna area today. Predictions are that the wind will change to a strong south westerly during Monday night, potentially affecting the Montumana, Rocky Cape, and Sisters Beach communities.
Fire crews are currently working on creating firebreaks around the perimetre of the fire.
What to do:
You need to start taking action now to protect you and your family.
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, prepare to leave for a safer place, such as a relative or friends place away from the area.
Consider leaving the affected area if conditions worsen if the path is clear.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Stay informed in case conditions change
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions
Community Information:
A considerable amount of smoke will be seen in the area. Traffic travelling in the Mawbanna and Montumana areas as well along the Bass Highway in the Rocky Cape area should be aware of potential smoke in the area.
Smoke may continue to be an issue to local communities for some time, depending on future fire behaviour and wind direction. If you have asthma or a lung condition you are advised to stay indoors if smoke is impacting on your area.

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
1 x LIGHT TANKER
1 x HEAVY TANKER
2 x MEDIUM TANKER
1 x TFS
Resources Mobilised:
1 x TFS
1 x HYDRAULIC PLATFORM
Non-TFS Attending Resources:
28 fire crew
7 light tankers
2 heavy tankers
5 dozers
2 helicopters​
 
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FORCETT FIRE
201651​


Current from:07/01/2013 11:33 AM until: 07/01/2013 02:01 PM or further notice
​
There is a large bushfire between Forcett and the Tasman Peninsular .
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire is expected to affect the communities of Taranna, Eaglehawk Neck on the southern side and Blow Hole Road, Blackman Bay Road and Bangor area to the north of the peninsular throughout the day.
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Taranna, Eaglehawk Neck and Blow Hole Road, Blackman Bay Road and Bangor area to the north of the peninsular.
Reported Road Closures: Arthur Highway from the junction of Old Forcett Road to the junction of Pirates Bay Road, Eaglehawk Neck. Fulham Road, from the junction of Primrose Sands Road to Gellibrand Street, Dunally. Sugarloaf Road is closed from Arthur Highway through to the junction with Primrose Sands Road/Fulham Road. Denison Canal closed to all boating traffic until further notice.
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.
There is a Community fire refuge at the Tasman Civic Centre, Clarke St, Nubeena
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:
Although there has been a decrease in weather conditions and fire activity overnight and this morning, people need to remain vigilant as fire and weather conditions can change rapidly and without notice. People in the area of Taranna, Eaglehawk Neck, Blow Hole Road, Blackman Bay Road and Bangor area need to prepare themselves to leave if conditions worsen.
Fire crews are conducting direct operations on the edges of the fire to strengthen containment lines.
These works will include backburning that may create additional smoke throughout the entire Tasman Peninsular area.
Tasmania Police have declared fire affected areas between Forcett and the Tasman Peninsula as a Serious Incident Site due to:
  • Public safety (downed power lines and power poles, falling trees, possible asbestos, and active fire activity)
  • Security of evacuated premises
It is important that evidence at the scene is not contaminated or compromised in any way.
There are many people who remain unaccounted for, and police are urging people to register their details with the National Registration and Inquiry Service on 1800 727 077 or via www.redcross.org.au.
This is important to enable police to cross-reference details of people and discount them as a potential concern for welfare where appropriate.
People who have already registered at a Community Fire Refuge should re-register on the above number.
People evacuated from the Peninsula and collected by family and friends in Hobart, for example, are also urged to register to assist police in reconciling the register and obtaining an accurate picture of those who’ve been accounted for.
This applies to people who may have been on the Tasman Peninsula over the weekend and may have already returned to their homes either here or interstate.

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

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Dawson Road, LAKE REPULSE
201635​


Current from:07/01/2013 11:34 AM until: 07/01/2013 02:00 PM or further notice
​
There is a large bushfire at Dawson Road, LAKE REPULSE . The fire is now due East of Ellendale.
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire is expected to affect the communities of Ellendale, Karanja, Westerway, Hamilton and Ouse throughout today.
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
There may be embers, smoke, and ash falling on Hamilton and Ouse from around midday today.
Reported Road Closures: Ellendale Road at junction with Lyell Highway, Ellendale Road at the junction with Holmes Road, Ellendale Road at Rockmount Road junction, Dawson Road from the intersection with Ellendale Road, Lake Repulse Road at the junction with Lyell Highway, Cluny Lagoon road from the intersection with the Lyell Highway, Pillies Road from the intersection with Ellendale Road, Rockmount Road closed at Ellendale Road.Interlaken Road is closed from the junction with Dennistoun Road to the junction with the Highlands Lake Road.
What to do:
Maintain you activated bushfire plan.
Residents that have relocated to a nearby safer place should remain there.
If your home is well constructed, prepared and actively defended, it may provide shelter in these conditions. 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
Community Information:
There has been significant backburning undertaken overnight and this morning which is producing large columns of smoke around Westerway, Ellendale and Karanja. There has also been backburning undertaken on the north eastern end of the fire.
People are reminded that all camp grounds in the area are closed and asked not to return to these camp areas.
Motorists must drive with care. Power lines and wandering stock are creating hazards.
The Community Fire Refuge located at "Karina" behind New Norfolk High School 103 Blair Street NEW NORFOLK has CLOSED.
Mount Field National park is closed.
Police are urging people to register their details with the National Registration and Inquiry Service on 1800 727 077 or via www.redcross.org.au.

This is important to enable police to cross-reference details of possibly displaced people and discount them as a potential concern for welfare where appropriate.

People who have already registered at a Community Fire Refuge should re-register on the above number.


TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
4 x LIGHT TANKER
3 x HEAVY TANKER
2 x MEDIUM TANKER
1 x TFS
1 x ROTARY WING: MEDIUM
Resources Mobilised:
3 x LIGHT TANKER
2 x CAR
1 x PERSONNEL CARRIER​
 
Keep up the great work DTB.
 
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Speedwell Road, MONTUMANA​

201830​


Current from: 07/01/2013 03:33 PM until: 09/01/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
​
There is a large bushfire at Speedwell Road, MONTUMANA .
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
The fire is putting the area of Mawbanna at direct high risk from the fire front now .
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
This bushfire may create spot-fires up to 1 Km ahead.These spot fires may threaten your home earlier than the predicted main fire front.
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Mawbanna Road from Dip Rd to Newhaven Rd .
Reported Road Closures:Mawbanna Road from Dip Road to Newhaven Road
Refuge centre is set up at the Stanley Recreation Centre.
What to do:
Activate your bushfire 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

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
3 x MEDIUM TANKER
2 x LIGHT TANKER
3 x HEAVY TANKER
3 x TFS​
 
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Tasman Highway, BICHENO
201693​


Current from:07/01/2013 12:11 PM until: 08/01/2013 08:00 PM or further notice
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There is a large bushfire at Tasman Highway, BICHENO .
The fire danger rating in this area is high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
There may be embers, smoke and ash falling on Coles Bay Road south of Apsley River and the Tasman Highway south of Bicheno.
Reported Road Closures: Freindly Beaches Road, Courland Bay Road, Tar Hill Fire Trail, Harveys Farm Road and Coles Bay Road

What to do:
You need to start taking action now to protect you and your family.
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, prepare to leave for a safer place, such as a relative or friends place away from the area.
Consider leaving the affected area if conditions worsen if the path is clear.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Stay informed in case conditions change
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions
Community Information:
Coles Bay Road has been closed due to an increase of fire activity and smoke across the road.
Fire crews have consolidated fire breaks on the Coles Bay Road, south toward Friendly Beaches Road overnight.
Power to Coles bay has been restored.

Crews have consolidated the fire break to the West of Harveys Farm Road.

Tasman Highway remains open, however motorists are urged to use caution due to possibility of smoke, emergency services vehicles and machinery in the area.
PLEASE DRIVE TO THE CONDITIONS WITH YOUR HEADLIGHTS ON

The Douglas Apsley National Park is closed until further notice. At Freycinet National Park all walking tracks and roads are closed until further notice, however access remains to the Freycinet Lodge and private properties within the park. The Freycinet National Park visitors centre is open.

If you have a genuine concern for peoples welfare living in the fire effected areas please ring 1800 567 567.
If you've been displaced by fires please register with the missing persons hotline on 1800 727 077. You can also call this number to enquire about missing persons.

TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
1 x LIGHT TANKER
2 x MEDIUM TANKER
1 x TFS
1 x ROTARY WING: LIGHT
Resources Mobilised:
2 x MEDIUM TANKER
1 x HEAVY TANKER
3 x LIGHT TANKER​
 
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Barton Road, EPPING FOREST
201943​


Current from:07/01/2013 03:28 PM until: 09/01/2013 11:59 PM or further notice
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There is a large grassfire at Barton Road, EPPING FOREST .
The fire danger rating in this area is very high . Fire under these conditions can be difficult to control .
This fire may affect the communities surrounding the Valleyfield Property within the next 4 hours .
This bushfire is currently not controlled.
This bushfire is currently creating spot-fires up to 0.5 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 Isis Road, Valleyfield Road, Macquarie Road through to Campbell Town.
Reported Road Closures: Barton Road from the Midlands Highway and Valleyfield Road from Barton Road to Macquarie Road

What to do:
You need to start taking action now to protect you and your family.
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, prepare to leave for a safer place, such as a relative or friends place away from the area.
Consider leaving the affected area if conditions worsen if the path is clear.
Non residents should stay away from the affected areas.
Stay informed in case conditions change
Monitor ABC Local Radio & TFS Website – www.fire.tas.gov.au for further instructions
Community Information:
Smoke maybe visable from the midlands highway.
TFS Attending Resources:
Resources Arrived:
3 x LIGHT TANKER
1 x HEAVY TANKER
4 x MEDIUM TANKER
2 x PERSONNEL CARRIER
1 x ROTARY WING: LIGHT
1 x ROTARY WING: MEDIUM​
 

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