Bushfire Advice Message from Bushfires NT

Fire Type: Bushfire

Location: Manbulloo Station, Victoria Hwy

Status: Going - A fire which is spreading on one or more fronts. Effective containment strategies are not in place for the entire perimeter

Alert Level: Advice - A fire has started. There is no immediate danger. Stay up to date in case the situation changes.

Risks Faced by People in the Area: Smoke from this fire may affect visibility on Victoria Hwy, Active fire may occur close to the roadside, Firefighting crews may be working close to the roadside, A bushfire is running under very high to extreme weather conditions.

Advice to the Public: 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.  For further information regarding bushfires, visit Secure NT. https://securent.nt.gov.au/

It is expected this situation may continue until: 01/10/2018 21:00

Information Authorised By: Senior Fire Control Officer

Responsible Agency: Bushfires NT, Northern Territory Department of Environment and Natural Resources

Information Current as at: 01/10/2018 16:00

For further information regarding Fire Bans and other Fire Restrictions contact Bushfires NT on (08) 8922 0844 or visit www.securent.nt.gov.au or www.pfes.nt.gov.au/fireandrescue.aspx