Bushfire watch and act message for Woods Lake & Interlaken

Tasmania Fire Service has issued a BushfireWatch and Act for Woods Lake, Interlaken – Monitor conditions as they are changing.

The fire is travelling towards Woods Lake, Interlaken.

The fire is expected to be difficult to control.

Embers, smoke, and ash may fall on Woods Lake Dam, Interlaken and surrounds and threaten you and your home before the main fire.

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

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.

The best option is to stay with family or friends. Only travel if it is safe for you to do so.

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/