A SMOKE alert has been issued for Hobart and southern districts.
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The Tasmanian Fire Service issued the alert just before 9.30am for Dover, Southport, Cockle Creek, Huon Valley, Kettering, Mountain River, Bruny Island, Hobart and surrounding communities.
There are bushfires are at Gordon River Road Mount Cullen, Southwest and Maxwell River South West - however there is no threat to these communities.
Yet smoke and ash from these bushfires may be detectable around Dover, Southport, Cockle Creek, Huon Valley, Kettering, Mountain River, Bruny Island into Hobart and surrounding locations.
The TFS has advised that people travelling in the area should exercise caution and for those driving - turn on headlights and drive slowly.
Those with respiratory concerns should follow their medical action plan.
Residents of these areas should stay informed by listening to local radio or visiting the TFS website atwww.fire.tas.gov.au