Fire fighters across the Mid Coast are battling several blazes, some of which are out of control.
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The Rural Fire Service has a grass fire under control at Possum Brush and another at Dyers Crossing under control.
However bushfires on Enfield Range Road, Cooplacurripa, Collings Road, Elands and Caparra are listed as out of control this afternoon on the Rural Fire Service's Fires Near Me website.
A strong wind warning has been issued by the Bureau of Meteorology for our coastline, while gale force winds are likely to hit our coast on Saturday, August 10.
Drivers are urged to take caution with reports of tree limbs and debris falling and damaging vehicles.
The fire danger for the Mid North Coast and North Coast is listed as very high. The RFS reminded residents that under such conditions you should review their bush fire survival plan with your family. "Keep yourself informed and monitor conditions. Be ready to act if necessary."
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