Bushfire Watch and Act message for Collinsvale regarding Glen Dhu Rd

Tasmania Fire Service has issued a Bushfire Watch and Act for Glen Dhu Road, Molesworth – Prepare to leave.

The fire is travelling towards Glen Dhu Road, Molesworth and expected to impact Collinsvale and Surrounding Areas by Now.

The fire is expected to be difficult to control.

Embers, smoke, and ash may fall on Collinsvale and Surrounding Areas and threaten you and your home before the main fire.

Smoke and ash may make it difficult to see and breathe.

Tasmania Fire Service is attending. Conditions are expected to be changeable.

Take action now to protect yourself, your family, and your home.  

If you have made a bushfire plan, check it now.  

Decide early if you are going to leave, and make sure you have a clear path to a safer place.  

If you are not prepared for a bushfire, be ready to leave for a safer place. If you stay, your home may not be defendable.

For fire updates, listen to ABC Local Radio or visit tasalert.com

Community Information:

For information on current road closures, visit the Tasmania Police website: police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts/
People at higher risk from the effects of smoke, including those with medical conditions, are advised to have a personal plan for avoiding smoke and managing their health. Advice is available from the Department of Health health.tas.gov.au/health-topics/environmental-health/air-quality or Asthma Australia asthma.org.au/triggers/wood-heaters-woodfires-and-bushfires/