The following is the latest advice from the Rural Fire Service.
The Ruttleys Road Fire is burning in the area of Doyalson North, Swansea, Cams Wharf, Murrays Beach, Cave Beach and Catherine Hill Bay areas has been down graded from an Emergency Warning to a Watch and Act.
Current Situation
The Ruttleys Road Fire continues to burn out of control – with more than 1500 hectares of scrub and bush land burnt so far.
More than 170 firefighters are on scene, supported by aircraft.
The fire has crossed Nords Wharf Road, however the potential threat to properties in Nords Wharf, Cams Wharf, Catherine Hill Bay, Gwandalan, Summerland Point and Lake Munmorah areas has eased.
There are believed to be a number of homes and structures destroyed in this fire, including in the Catherine Hill Bay area.
Firefighters are conducting backburning operations where possible. During these operations, people in the area will see an increase in fire and smoke.
Only call Triple Zero if you see a fire without a fire truck in attendance.
Advice
Homes can offer safety.
Conditions may be changing.
Continue to monitor the situation and follow your Bush Fire Survival Plan.
Evacuation Centres
Evacuation Centres have been established at:
• Doyalson RSL, Pacific HIghway, Doyalson is OPEN.
• Swansea RSL, 5 Bridge Street, Swansea is OPEN.
