Firefighters are continuing to battle an out-of-control bushfire in the Huon Valley that has scorched more than 170 hectares.
The blaze at Snug Tiers was first reported around 3:10pm on Tuesday and resulted in a ‘Watch and Act’ alert being issued for several roads, including Snug Falls Road, Snug Tiers Road and Van Morey Road.
Incident Controller Andrew McConnon said more than 70 firefighters from the Tasmania Fire Service and Parks and Wildlife, backed by nine aircraft, worked to contain the blaze.
“Work was undertaken yesterday to create containment lines around the fire, which has so far burnt more than 170 hectares and is currently uncontrolled,” he said.
McConnon said firefighting efforts will be ramped today, with crews focusing on the southern and eastern edges of the blaze.
No structural assets are currently under “immediate threat”.
A smoke alert remains in place for Margate, Snug, Kettering and surrounding areas.
“The fire will continue to be very visible in the Channel area today,” McConnon said.
“Visibility from smoke in the affected areas may be reduced today and all motorists are asked to follow the advice of police to slow down, drive with caution and always obey any road closures in place.”
