Bushfire Information South West Fires 12 February 2016 A Community Meeting is scheduled for Sunday 14 February at 6.30pm at the Maydena Hall, Maydena (behind the school) to provide an update on the fires in the south west. Bushfires continue to burn across multiple areas in South West Tasmania. The two main fires of interest to the public are the Gordon River Road Fire and the Maxwell River South Fire. These bushfires were first reported mid January with the most probable cause being a lightning storm on Saturday 13 January 2016. People are urged to remain informed as there are areas of fire that continue to burn and conditions can change. Fire operations are being co-ordinated, together with the application of relevant policies and procedures, to ensure the protection of any natural and cultural values in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. ROAD AND CAMPGROUND ACCESS All roads beyond the junction of Scotts Peak Road and Gordon River Road, including Gordon River Road are only open to essential services (i.e. Supplies for Strathgordon Village; Hydro etc). This section of road is likely to remain closed for some time. Scotts Peak Road is open, including access to the Huon and Edgar Campgrounds. Campfires have been banned until further notice for the South West National Park due to the current fire situation (gas stoves are permitted). All walking tracks departing from Scotts Peak Road are now open. Emergency service vehicles and personal will be in the area for several weeks to come. FURTHER INFORMATION For more information about the fire visit www.fire.tas.gov.au or contact 1800 000 699 Listen to ABC local radio or other local radio services For information on walking track and camp ground closures please visit http://www.parks.tas.gov.au For information on current road closures, please visit: http://www.police.tas.gov.au/community-alerts/ Overview Map As at 12.2.16- 12:00pm .