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A bush fire is burning in the Badja Forest Road, Countegany area. The fire is more than 64,000 hectares in size and is out of control.
Badja bushfire 'serious threat to life' as it approaches coast
Current Situation
A strong southerly change is expected across the fireground. This will push the fire in a northerly direction. While you may not be at threat now, the fire may reach your area.
- The fire has crossed the Tuross River and has crossed the Princes Highway.
- The Princes Highway has now been closed between Brogo and Cobargo.
- Crews are working to protect isolated properties in the area.
- Deteriorating conditions are forecast on New Year's Eve with expected high temperatures and strong winds. View the predicted fire spread maps.
Latest
- Multiple fires are currently burning between Cooma, Bega and Batemans Bay and a number of these pose a serious threat to life.
- We urge you to seriously consider if you should be in this area today. People in bush fire prone areas between Batemans Bay and Bega should move towards a larger town away from bushland areas, such as Narooma, Moruya, Bega and Batemans Bay, if the path is clear.
Advice
- If you are in the area of Bermagui, Regatta Point, Wallaga Lake and Wallaga Lake Heights, it is too late to leave. Seek shelter as the fire approaches. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
- If you are in the area of Cobargo or Coolagolite, leave now towards Bermagui.
- If you are in the area of Quaama and Mcleods Hill, if your plan is to leave or you are not prepared, leave now. If you are to the north of Mcleods Hill go towards Bermagui. If you are to the south of Mcleods Hill go towards Bega.
- If you are in the areas west of the Princes Highway including Wandella, Upper Brogo, Yowrie, and Verona, it is too late to leave. Seek shelter as the fire approaches. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
- If you are in the area of Badja Road, between Countegany and Boggy Plain, monitor conditions. Know what you will do if the fire threatens. If your plan is to leave or you are not prepared, travel west to Numeralla.
- If you are in the area of Tinpot and Murrabrine, monitor the changing conditions. Activate your bush fire survival plan. Know what you will do if the fire threatens. If your plan is to leave, leaving early is the safest option.
If you are threatened by fire
- Do not be in the path of the fire.
- Protect yourself from the heat of the fire. Wear protective clothing and footwear. Cover all exposed skin.
- If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
- If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).
- If you are in an area that has already been affected by fire, there may be small areas of active fire burning for some time. Be aware of the dangers of trees and branches falling.
Other Information
- Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking the NSW RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.
- People with respiratory conditions who are affected by bush fire smoke should activate their health management plan and seek medical advice if necessary. Take precautions, such as staying indoors and closing windows.
- For information on road closures, check Live Traffic NSW. Roads may be closed without warning.
- Monitor weather conditions and weather warnings at Bureau of Meteorology.
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A bush fire is burning in the Badja Forest Road, Countegany area. The fire is more than 29,000 hectares in size and is out of control. This information comes from the NSW Rural Fire Service.
Current Situation
- The fire has crossed the Tuross River and is burning towards the Princes Highway.
- The Princes Highway has now been closed between Brogo and Quaama.
- Crews are working to protect isolated properties in the area.
- Deteriorating conditions are forecast on New Year's Eve with expected high temperatures and strong winds.
Latest
- Multiple fires are currently burning between Cooma, Bega and Batemans Bay and a number of these pose a serious threat to life.
- Strong westerly winds are expected to increase very early tomorrow morning.
- People in bush fire prone area between Batemans Bay and Bega should move towards a larger town away from bushland areas, such as Narooma, Moruya, Bega and Batemans Bay, if the path is clear.
Advice
- If you are in the area of Cobargo or Coolagolite leave now towards Bermagui.
- If you are in the area of Quaama and Mcleods Hill if you are unprepared or you planned to leave, leave now. If you are to the north of Mcleods Hill go towards Bermagui. If you are to the south of Mcleods Hill go towards Bega.
- If you are in the areas to the west of the Princes Highway including Wandella, Upper Brogo, Yowrie, and Verona it is too late to leave. Take shelter as the fire approaches. Seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
- If you are in the area of Badja Road, between Countegany and Boggy Plain, monitor the conditions. Know what you will do if the fire threatens. If your plan is to leave or you are not prepared, travel west to Numeralla.
- If you are in the area of Wandella, Tinpot and Murrabrine, monitor the changing conditions. Activate your bush fire survival plan. Know what you will do if the fire threatens. If your plan is to leave, leaving early is the safest option.
If you are threatened by fire
- Do not be in the path of the fire.
- Protect yourself from the heat of the fire. Wear protective clothing and footwear. Cover all exposed skin.
- If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
- If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).
- If you are in an area that has already been affected by fire, there may be small areas of active fire burning for some time. Be aware of the dangers of trees and branches falling.
Other Information
- Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking the NSW RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.
- People with respiratory conditions who are affected by bush fire smoke should activate their health management plan and seek medical advice if necessary. Take precautions, such as staying indoors and closing windows.
- For information on road closures, check Live Traffic NSW. Roads may be closed without warning.
- Monitor weather conditions and weather warnings at Bureau of Meteorology.
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