A Bushfire Emergency Warning has been downgraded for Molesworth, but residents must remain vigilant as an uncontrolled blaze continues to threaten homes and lives. The Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) has issued a Watch and Act alert, urging people to prepare to leave if necessary. The fire is currently traveling towards Glen Dhu Road and is expected to impact Collinsvale and surrounding areas, with the TFS warning that the fire is difficult to control. Residents are advised that embers, smoke, and ash may fall on Collinsvale and surrounding areas before the main fire arrives, posing a threat to people and homes. The TFS has also warned that spot fires may threaten homes before the main fire, and smoke and ash may make it difficult to see and breathe. Fire crews are on the scene, but conditions remain changeable, and residents are urged to act immediately to ensure their safety. The safest option is to leave for a safer location now, but only if there is a clear road to safety. For those unable to safely evacuate, officials recommend seeking shelter in the nearest building and regularly checking the surroundings. Residents should be prepared to extinguish any fires near buildings until the main blaze passes. Large cleared areas like lawns, sports grounds, car parks, or paddocks can also provide protection from fire and radiant heat. The TFS advises that anyone currently outside the fire area should not attempt to return. Residents are urged to visit tasalert.com for ongoing updates and to use any bushfire plans they may have. This situation highlights the importance of being prepared for bushfire emergencies and the need to act quickly and decisively to ensure personal safety.
