A FIRE burning through bush in the Wollemi National Park has grown to 4138 hectares and is yet to be brought under control.
The fire ignited on Saturday, October 26 when a dry lightning storm passed through the area bringing 2753 strikes, 96 of which hit the ground.
Known as the Running Stream fire, the blaze is burning through remote bushland and in the days since its ignition has put up a "fair bit of smoke" the NSW Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) said.
On Thursday morning the fire was still listed as 'being controlled'.
RFS Chifley/Lithgow Team acting district co-ordinator Gary Hansen said the fire was burning slowly in all directions along very steep terrain.
It is located east of Coorongooba Creek, north of Capertee River, west of Wollemi Creek and south of Ovens Creek.
"Firefighting crews from National Parks and Wildlife Service and NSW Rural Fire Service are working to control the spread of the large fire and keep it away from any populated areas," he said.
The crews are being supported by numerous aircraft and dozers to control the fire.
Advice
- People are requested to avoid going to the area so as to avoid impeding fire fighting operations.
- Coorongooba Campground is closed.
- Residents and visitors to the areas of Glen Davis, Capertee Valley, Ilford, Newnes, Wolgan Valley and Putty may experience smoke in the area throughout the coming days.
- People with health issues should take appropriate precautions, such as staying indoors and closing all windows and doors to protect themselves from smoke.
- Residents and visitors to this area are encouraged to keep up to date with the fire situation on Fires Near Me and review your Bush Fire Survival Plan.
- If you see an unattended fire in your area call tripled-0 immediately.
Nadine Morton
Nadine Morton covers emergency services and breaking news for the Illawarra Mercury. She takes pride in regional journalism which she believes is crucial to informing our towns and cities. Have a story? Email her at nadine.morton@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Nadine Morton covers emergency services and breaking news for the Illawarra Mercury. She takes pride in regional journalism which she believes is crucial to informing our towns and cities. Have a story? Email her at nadine.morton@austcommunitymedia.com.au
