An emergency warning has been issued for Cessnock, in the Hunter Region of New South Wales.
A bushfire spanning 30 hectares continues to burn “out of control” on Racecourse Road in Cessnock, the NSW Rural Fire Service has warned.
The fire is currently burning in the area between Aberdare, Kearsley and Kitchener, and has flared up close to homes.
Firefighters will remain at the scene overnight to protect homes around Vincent Street and Jeffries Street at Cessnock, Cessnock Street at Aberdare, and in North Kitchener.
Authorities say if the path is not clear, seek shelter as the fire impacts and protect yourself from the heat of the fire.
Roads will be closed without notice and motorists have been advised to avoid the area.
If your life is at risk, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Continue to stay up to date with the bush fire situation by checking http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au, listening to your local radio station or by calling the NSW RFS Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737.