Urgent Message Rose River Black Range 4.15pm

Fire has spotted over Rose River Road, residents to expect embers 06/12/2006

CFA advises the Black Range Fire has now spotted over the Rose River Road, Rose River.

Residents in this area are advised that embers may be landing around their property soon, and that they should take all measures to put them out as they arrive.

It is important that all residents protect themselves from radiant heat by wearing the right clothing. Residents should wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, sturdy boots, and a broad rimmed hat. On no account should synthetic material be worn.

As the front of the fire approaches it will become unsafe to be either on foot or in a car as the heat radiating from the fire will be intense. Residents should avoid being exposed to radiant heat at all costs, and should make use of structures like their homes to shelter as the fire front passes.

After the front has passed, residents should immediately begin to patrol their house looking for embers or areas that are burning, and extinguish them as best they can.