UPDATE, 6pm:
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An emergency warning is in place for the Badja Forest Road bush fire, burning over a large area between the Bega and Moruya areas. The fire is more than 240,000 hectares in size and is not under control.
Current Situation
High temperatures and strong winds are being experienced.
There is an increase of fire activity in the areas of Tanja and Dignams Creek.
Fire activity is also increasing in the area north of Narooma.
The Princes Highway has been impacted between Narooma and Dignams Creek. A number of local roads are closed due to fire, fallen trees and downed power lines.
This fire joined the Good Good fire in the west, the Werri Berri fire in the south west and the Clyde Mountain fire in the north.
Advice
Bumbo, Eurobodalla and Bodalla
There is an immediate threat to properties. It is too late to leave.
Seek shelter as the fire approaches. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
Areas from Moruya to Tuross Head
It is too late to leave.
Seek shelter as the fire approaches. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
Wallaga Lake, Akolele, Bermagui and Coolagolite
It is too late to leave.
Seek shelter as the fire approaches. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
Tilba and Mystery Bay area
If your plan is to leave or you are not prepared, leave now towards Narooma if the path is clear.
Dignams Creek
Leave now towards Bega if the path is clear.
The Princes Highway has been impacted between Narooma and Dignams Creek.
West Narooma - Wagonga Scenic Drive area
Leave now towards Narooma if the path is clear.
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UPDATE: 4.16pm:
An emergency warning is in place for the Badja Forest Road bush fire, burning over a large area between the Bega and Moruya areas. The fire is more than 240,000 hectares in size and is not under control.
High temperatures and strong winds are being experienced.
There is an increase of fire activity in the areas of Tanja and Dignams Creek.
Fire activity is also increasing in the area north of Narooma.
The Princes Highway has been impacted between Narooma and Dignams Creek. A number of local roads are closed due to fire, fallen trees and downed power lines.
This fire joined the Good Good fire in the west and the Werri Berri fire in the south west.
UPDATE, 3.44pm:
An emergency warning is in place for the Badja Forest Road bush fire, burning over a large area between the Bega and Moruya areas. The fire is more than 240,000 hectares in size and is not under control.
Current Situation
High temperatures and strong winds are being experienced.
There is an increase of fire activity in the areas of Tanja and Dignams Creek.
Fire activity is also increasing in the area north of Narooma.
The Princes Highway has been impacted between Narooma and Dignams Creek. A number of local roads are closed due to fire, fallen trees and downed power lines.
This fire joined the Good Good fire in the west and the Werri Berri fire in the south west.
Advice
Bumbo, Eurobodalla and Bodalla
There is an immediate threat to properties. It is too late to leave.
Seek shelter as the fire approaches. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
Areas from Moruya to Tuross Head including Wallaga Lake, Akolele, Bermagui and Coolagolite
It is too late to leave.
Seek shelter as the fire approaches. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
Dignams Creek
Leave now towards Bega if the path is clear.
The Princes Highway has been impacted between Narooma and Dignams Creek.
Wagonga Scenic Drive area
Leave now towards Narooma if the path is clear.
UPDATE, 3pm:
An emergency warning is in place for the Badja Forest Road bush fire, burning over a large area between the Bega and Moruya areas. The fire is more than 240,000 hectares in size and is not under control.
Current Situation
High temperatures and strong winds are being experienced.
There is an increase of fire activity in the areas of Tanja and Dignams Creek.
Fire activity is also increasing in the area north of Narooma.
The Princes Highway has been impacted between Narooma and Dignams Creek. A number of local roads are closed due to fire, fallen trees and downed power lines.
This fire joined the Good Good fire in the west and the Werri Berri fire in the south west.
Advice
Wallaga Lake, Akolele, rural Bermagui and Coolagolite
Leave now towards Bermagui if the path is clear.
Dignams Creek
Leave now towards Bega if the path is clear.
The Princes Highway has been impacted between Narooma and Dignams Creek.
Wagonga Scenic Drive area
The fire is burning towards the area of Wagonga Scenic Drive, leave now if the path is clear towards Narooma.
General advice from the RFS website:
If you are threatened by fire, do not be in the path of the fire. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire. Wear protective clothing and footwear. Cover all exposed skin.
If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself from the heat of the fire. If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).
If you are in an area that has already been affected by fire, there may be small areas of active fire burning for some time. Be aware of the dangers of trees and branches falling.
Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking the NSW RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.
People with respiratory conditions who are affected by bush fire smoke should activate their 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. Roads may be closed without warning.
Monitor weather conditions and weather warnings at Bureau of Meteorology.
EARLIER
2.13pm: The Princes Highway is closed in both directions between Cobargo-Bermagui Road and Bermagui Road, Cobargo to Tilba.
1.29pm: RFS warns residents of Dignams Creek to take action now.
"If you are on the western side of the Princes Highway, leave now towards Narooma if the path is clear," the RFS said.
If you are in the area of Wallaga Lake, the RFS advises you to monitor conditions.
"Be alert for spot fires which may start ahead of the main firefront," the RFS said.
1pm: High temperatures and strong winds have increased fire activity along the South Coast on January 23, including the Badja Forest Road Fire burning between Bega and Moruya.
The Rural Fire Service (RFS) is currently focusing on Dignams Creek and Murrah.
Far South Coast RFS community liaison officer Marty Webster said the emergency alert went out to residents in the Dignams Creek area.
"Dignams Creek is our key focus right now, but areas around the Murrah are also experiencing increased pressure and potential fire activity."
The Rural Fire Service Fires Near Me website advises residents of Tanja and Dignams Creek to monitor the changing conditions.
"Know what you will do if the fire impacts, leaving early is your safest option," the RFS said.
The Princes Highway is open although a number of local roads are closed due to fire, fallen trees and downed power lines.
General advice from the RFS website:
If you are threatened by fire, do not be in the path of the fire. Protect yourself from the heat of the fire. Wear protective clothing and footwear. Cover all exposed skin.
If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself from the heat of the fire. If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).
If you are in an area that has already been affected by fire, there may be small areas of active fire burning for some time. Be aware of the dangers of trees and branches falling.
Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking the NSW RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.
People with respiratory conditions who are affected by bush fire smoke should activate their 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. Roads may be closed without warning.
Monitor weather conditions and weather warnings at Bureau of Meteorology.