Shiel Fire (Woodstock)

Shiel Fire on ridge of hills

Summary

The fire has burnt near the Mid Western Highway and George Russell Drive, approximately 15 kilometres north east of Cowra.

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The fire has burnt near the Mid Western Highway and George Russell Drive, approximately 15 kilometres north east of Cowra.


There is now a containment line around the fire.


The Mid Western Highway is now open but motorists are advised to proceed with caution.
The fire has burnt approximately 434 hectares.


Residents in the vicinity of Belubula Way or the Mandurama to Canowindra Road, Walli Road, Glenmore Lane and Reedy Creek Road should monitor the fire situation and be ready to enact their Bushfire Survival Plan.
 
Smoke is being pushed towards Orange and potentially towards Burrendong Dam and Euchareena this evening. Please do not call Triple Zero unless you see fire without a fire truck or crews in attendence.