Out-of-control bushfire burning in the Adelaide Hills
A large bushfire is burning uncontrolled in the Adelaide Hills, with residents urged to take immediate action.
The scrub fire sparked about 6.15am at Gorge Road, prompting a watch-and-act alert for Paracombe, Athelstone, Castambul and Montacute, near Black Hill conservation park in the Mt Lofty Ranges.
“Take action now as this bushfire may threaten your safety. If you are not prepared, leave now, and if the path is clear, go to a safer place. Do not enter this area as conditions are dangerous,” SA Police said.
George Rd has been closed to all traffic as firefighters work to control the blaze.
Crew are facing challenging conditions as the fire is burning in very steep and inaccessible terrain in all directions.
While the fire is currently burning relatively slowly, weather conditions are constantly changing, and the fire has the potential to increase its intensity.
Residents are being urged to leave the area Supplied
An increase in wind speed from the WNW is expected from 11am, and this has the potential to push the fire deeper into the park towards Corkscrew Road.
Nearby residents are being warned to check and follow their bushfire survival plans and listen out for updates.
More to come.
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