Latest information from NSW RFS on the Williamtown bushfire:
ADVICE LEVEL: Weather conditions have eased slightly and the fire has been downgraded to Advice.
The fire is burning in bushland to the west of Nelson Bay Road, moving in a southerly direction towards Nelson Bay Road. Firefighters and aircraft are working to slow the spread of the fire.
Nelson Bay Road is closed between Richardson Road and Cabbage Tree Road. Police are allowing travelers through to Newcastle Airport.
Medowie Road is also closed due to smoke.
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