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Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.
If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.
A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.
Don't spend time trying to save possessions.
A closed door buys you time.
It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.
People have died by going back into a fire.
Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.
6 February 2024
Firefighters are battling a large vegetation fire on both sides of State Highway 1, south of Waipara.
People are advised to avoid the area and delay all travel if planning to use this road.
Crews from seven brigades are currently in attendance, with two helicopters in the air.
Multiple structures are under threat.
