Source: Tasmania Fire Service

Tasmania Fire Service has issued a Bushfire Watch and Act for Dolphin Sands - Not safe to return.

The fire at Dolphin Sands has been contained and firefighting activities are continuing to suppress the fire and make safe.

It is not safe for residents or vehicles to enter the area while emergency crews continue to work on the roadway. Fire investigation and hazard-identification activities are underway, and access remains dangerous.

If you have remained in Dolphin Sands, continue to monitor conditions and be alert for any changes.

Tasmania Fire Service, Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service and Sustainable Timber Tasmania is attending. Conditions are expected to be changeable.

If you remained in Dolphin Sands, continue to monitor conditions and be alert for any changes.

Be ready if the situation escalates. Read through your bushfire plan. If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation gets worse.

Watch for signs of the fire re-igniting such as smoke and flames, call Triple Zero (000) if you notice changes.

Be aware of potential dangers such as falling trees or property damage.

If you have left the area, please do not return yet as it is not safe to return.

The best option is to stay with family or friends. If you cannot stay with friends or family, an Evacuation Centre is at Swansea Town Hall - 12 FRANKLIN ST SWANSEA TAS 7190. 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/

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