Warnings |
Watch and Act Message |
Water |
Water Storage Tanks |
There are three levels of message issued for bushfire. http://www.cfs.sa.gov.au/site/prepare_act_survive_2012/act/acting_on_fire_danger_days/stay_informed/bushfire_messages.jsp
These messages are indicated by a coloured flag next to the incident, select the flag from the CFS Current Incidents page to view the complete message. They are:
Current warnings are available at the CFS website.
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As far as compensation is concerned the CFS is allowed to use private water sources to suppress fires as outlined in the Fire & Emergency Services Act and is not obligated to compensate. However a few avenues one can take to seek compensation.
The person can also contact their nearest CFS Regional Office and request that the water supply be replenished or arranged to be replenished. This would normally be done out of good will.
If the person has insurance they can attempt to make a claim based on the current cost of having water trucked into their property.
For information relating to property water supply for fire fighting or sprinklers refer to CFS Website.
If you have the opportunity ensure to block off inlet from the water tank and wash roof off with clean fresh water.
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