• This large fire is burning between Nowra in the north, Braidwood in the west, and Batemans Bay in the south.
• Crews are strengthening containment lines in an effort to contain the fire.
• The fire merged with the Tianjara fire in the Morton National Park to the south west of Nowra.
• Building Impact Assessment teams are currently accessing the areas which have been impacted by fire and will continue this work in the coming days.
• The Charleys Forest fire has grown along the fires western flank.
• The Clyde Mountain fire has grown along the fires southern flank.

• Fire has passed through this area. There may still be areas of active fire.
• It is too late to leave.
• Seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself.
• Be aware of the danger of falling trees and branches.

• Fire has passed through this area. There may still be areas of active fire.
• It is too late to leave.
• Seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself.
• Be aware of the danger of falling trees and branches.

• Fire has passed through this area. There may still be areas of active fire.
• It is too late to leave.
• Seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself.
• Be aware of the danger of falling trees and branches.

• Fire has passed through this area. There may still be areas of active fire.
• It is too late to leave.
• Seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself.
• Be aware of the danger of falling trees and branches.
• Monitor the changing conditions.

• The fire may cross the Shoalhaven River and impact on areas to the north of the river.
• Monitor the changing conditions.
• Follow your bush fire survival plan, and know what you will do if the fire threatens.

• Monitor conditions.
• Follow your bush fire survival plan.

• Fire has passed through this area. There may still be areas of active fire.
• It is too late to leave.
• Seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself.
• Be aware of the danger of falling trees and branches.
• Monitor the changing conditions.

• Spot fires have been reported burning near Sussex Inlet Road.
• Monitor the changing conditions.
• Know what you will do if threatened by fire.

• Monitor the changing conditions.
• Follow your bush fire survival plan.
• Know what you will do if the fire threatens.

• The main fire front has passed through these areas.
• Monitor conditions, as there may be active fire in the area.
• Be aware of the dangers of trees and branches falling.

• Wandean Road and Braidwood Road.
• Kings Highway west of Nelligen, between Reid Street and Narranghi Road.
• Araluen Road, between Araluen and Moruya.
• The Princes Highway is currently closed in multiple places:
  • between Milton and Tullarwalla
  • between Batemans Bay and Moruya
  • south of Narrabarba and the Victorian Border. Intermittent closures are possible in other locations. Please observe speed restrictions and be mindful of the movement of emergency service vehicles.
• between Milton and Tullarwalla
• between Batemans Bay and Moruya
• south of Narrabarba and the Victorian Border. Intermittent closures are possible in other locations. Please observe speed restrictions and be mindful of the movement of emergency service vehicles.
• Check www.livetraffic.com for road information.

• Do not be in the path of the fire.
• Protect yourself from the heat of the fire. Wear protective clothing and footwear. Cover all exposed skin.
• If the fire impacts, seek shelter in a solid structure to protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
• If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000).
• If you are in an area that has already been affected by fire, there may be small areas of active fire burning for some time. Be aware of the dangers of trees and branches falling.

• For a list of evacuation centres visit Disaster Assistance.
• People are encouraged to register online at Register Find Reunite before attending evacuation centres.

• Stay up to date on bush fires in your area by checking the NSW RFS website, listening to your local radio station, or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.
• All National Parks in the area are closed today. Before visiting national parks, check for closures at NSW Parks and Wildlife Service.
• People with respiratory conditions who are affected by bush fire smoke should activate their health management plan and seek medical advice if necessary. Take precautions, such as staying indoors and closing windows.
• For information on road closures, check Live Traffic NSW. Roads may be closed without warning.
• Monitor weather conditions and weather warnings at Bureau of Meteorology.

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