Watch and Act Crumps Road Fire

* Update Fire Has Been Downgraded To Advice

Watch and Act: Crumps Road fire, Cessnock

The fire is burning in a south westerly direction towards Narone Creek.

Embers may be blown well ahead of the fire, creating spot fires and threatening property before the main fire front arrives.

Firefighters are working to slow the spread of the fire and protect isolated rural properties in the area.

If you are in the area of Narone Creek be alert for embers that may threaten property before the main fire front.

Monitor the conditions and know what you will do if the fire threatens.