RFS update - 5.30pm

Firefighters are gaining the upper hand on the fire. The fire has now been downgraded to an Advice level. Residents in the vicinity should continue to monitor conditions.

--------------------------------------------------------------------

RFS Update - 4.45pm

WATCH AND ACT: Meatworks Fire, Northern Beaches (LGA) – Be aware of ember attack – Pinduro Place, Jersey Place, Maybrook Avenue, Kirrang Street 21/09/2024 16:23

A large bush fire is burning in the vicinity of Cromer Heights.  If you are in the area of Pinduro Place, Jersey Place, Maybrook Avenue, Kirrang Street, and Lady Penryhn Drive, you should be aware of ember attack.

Current Situation

The fire is currently 80 hectares in size and burning in an easterly direction.

People in the vicinity of Pinduro Place, Jersey Place, Maybrook Avenue, Kirrang Street, and Lady Penryhn Drive should be aware of ember attack.

Embers will be blown long distances ahead of the main fire front starting spot fires, these may impact your home earlier than the main fire front.

Conditions across the fire ground have begun to ease, as firefighters and waterbombing aircraft continue work to slow the spread of fire.

Willandra Rd is currently closed between McIntosh Rd and Little Willandra Rd.

What you need to do

• Actively monitor your property for burning embers. These embers may start spot fires which may threaten your home. Put out any spot fires you can.
• Know what you will do if the fire impacts on your property. A safer location may include a solid structure such as a house, or a well cleared area.

If you are threatened by fire

• If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
• Bring pets indoors and restrain them, close all doors and windows and turn off air conditioners, keep water running if possible.
• Shelter in a room on the other side of the building from the approaching fire, and one that has water and a clear exit out of the house.
• Monitor both inside and outside for small fires and burning embers and turn sprinklers on if you have them.

Be careful outdoors after the fire has passed as trees can be unstable and fall.

If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).

Other Information

Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking Hazards Near Me, the RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737. 

If you have a respiratory condition and may be affected by smoke, activate your 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.

--------------------------------------------------

Saturday 21  September 4.25 pm 

The NSW RFS have put in place the following emergency warning for the Cromer Heights area due to a large bush fire. 

If you are in the area of Pinduro Place, Jersey Place, Maybrook Avenue, Kirrang Street, and Lady Penryhn Drive, you are at risk.  Seek shelter now or as the fire approaches to protect yourself from the fire. It is too late to leave. 

Current Situation 

• The fire is impacting on homes and properties in the area of Pinduro Place, Jersey Place, Maybrook Avenue, Kirrang Street, and Lady Penryhn Drive. 
• People in the areas of Narraweena and Cromer should prepare for ember attack. 
• Embers will be blown long distances ahead of the main fire front starting spot fires, these may impact your home earlier than the main fire front. 
• Firefighters and waterbombing aircraft are working in the area to slow the spread of the fire. 

What you need to do  

If you are in the area of Pinduro Place, Jersey Place, Maybrook Avenue, Kirrang Street, and Lady Penryhn Drive, your life is at risk. It is too late to leave. 

• Seek shelter now or as the fire approaches, in a solid structure such as a house. Do not be caught in the open in the path of the fire. 
• Go inside and protect yourself from the fire front. Actively monitor the situation. 
• A safer location may include a well cleared area nearby. Neighbourhood safer places offer a place of last resort if there are no other options. 
• If you planned to visit the area or live in the area but are away from home, do not return. 

If you are threatened by fire 

• If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house to protect yourself from the heat of the fire. 
• Bring pets indoors and restrain them, close all doors and windows and turn off air conditioners, keep water running if possible. 
• Shelter in a room on the other side of the building from the approaching fire, and one that has water and a clear exit out of the house. 
• Monitor both inside and outside for small fires and burning embers and turn sprinklers on if you have them. 
• Be careful outdoors after the fire has passed as trees can be unstable and fall. 
• If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000). Other Information 

Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking Hazards Near Me, the RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737. 

If you have a respiratory condition and may be affected by smoke, activate your 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.