Bushfires NT
LOCATION: Stuart Hwy Crater Lake Rd, BATCHELOR
ALERT LEVEL: Advice - A fire has started in the area. Monitor the situation for changes.
FIRE TYPE: Bushfire.
INFORMATION CURRENT AS AT: 02/07/2021 13:52 hours
STATUS: GOING - A fire which is spreading on one or more fronts. Effective containment strategies are not in place for the entire perimeter.
RISKS FACED BY PEOPLE IN THE AREA: Smoke from this fire may affect visibility, Active fire may occur close to the roadside, Firefighting crews may be working close to the roadside.
ADVICE TO THE PUBLIC: Crater Lake Road, Batchelor will be closed between the Stuart Highway and Batchelor Road at both ends during this time due to fire operations.
For the safety of firefighting crews and other vehicles, drivers in the area are urged to slow down, turn on headlights and drive safely for the conditions.
