The CFS and partner agencies are continuing to battle the Deep Creek fire, with the dynamic and unpredictable event proving tough to contain in its fourth day.
As of midday Wednesday, the fire has burnt more than 3000 hectares, with multiple fire fronts testing the capabilities of the local and state firefighters.
The fire is currently heading towards the coast through Deep Creek National Park and towards Silverton, having already come within less of a kilometre of the Cape Jervis Big4 Caravan Park and a kilometre of the township itself.
More than 260 firefighters on 50 trucks and 9 support vehicles are currently working to limit the spread of the fire and protect threatened structures, with 7 aircraft playing a key role due to the steep terrain.
Main South Road is now open to all residents looking to return to their homes in Cape Jervis and Kangaroo Island, with anyone within the impacted localities including Delamere, Silverton and Deep Creek only allowed to return to their properties to actively defend their homes.
At time of publishing, the CFS have issued an Advice message for the incident, however state that due to the terrain and local winds conditions could change on short notice.
Multiple Watch and Acts and Emergency messages have also been released since Sunday night, prompting the CFS to remind locals and travellers alike to be alert and up to date with the most immediate information via their website.
A Total Fire Ban for the Mount Lofty Ranges fire district is also current today, increasing fears the weather conditions will act against those battling the blaze.
The CFS via an incident update have stated that at least one structure has been lost, with the possibility of additional structures being impacted.
The Deep Creek fire began on Sunday night, with the cause yet to be determined as conditions remain too dangerous for investigators.
For the latest information on the Deep Creek bushfire, go to the CFS website cfs.sa.gov.au or call the Information Hotline 1800 362 361.
