By Callum Ludwig
Yellingbo CFA assisted the Macclesfield Fire Brigade with a bushfire that started from a dry lightning strike on the afternoon of Friday 17 February.
There was a brief storm on Friday afternoon amidst the nearly 40-degree heat.
Yellingbo CFA Captain Jeremy Hardy said the fire was quickly reported by members of the public.
“It had gone up three trees along the roadside fairly quickly, and both brigades responded quickly and were able to get on scene and under control fairly quickly,” he said.
“Obviously when we get those conditions where a change comes through and there are storms or when the grass or trees have been very dry from the heat prior, they can ignite easily.”
The fire occurred on Macclesfield Road near the turn for Ewen Road. Crews remained on scene to ensure the fire was fully extinguished and to check for any hotspots after.
