Current Situation

• The fire is burning east of Pacific Mty on both sides of O’Donnelltown Rd and is burning east towards West Wallsend.
• The fire may impact on properties in the West Wallsend area.
• Embers may be blown ahead of the main fire front. These may start spot fires which may threaten your home earlier than the main fire front.
• Firefighters and aircraft are working in the area.

What you need to do

• If your plan is to leave, or you are not prepared, leave now towards Cameron Park.
• A safer location may include a well cleared area nearby. Neighbourhood safer places offer a place of last resort if there are no other options.
• Wear protective clothing and footwear.
• If you planned to visit the area, or live in the area but are away from home, it is not safe to return.

If you are threatened by fire

• If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure such as a house to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
• Bring pets indoors and restrain them, close all doors and windows and turn off air conditioners, keep water running if possible.
• Shelter in a room on the other side of the building from the approaching fire, and one that has water and a clear exit out of the house.
• Monitor both inside and outside for small fires and burning embers and turn sprinklers on if you have them.
• Be careful outdoors after the fire has passed as trees can be unstable and fall.
• If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).