There is a bushfire at Frankford Road, Exeter.
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There is no threat to communities, the Tasmania Fire Service said.
The fire has been attended by three heavy tankers, two medium tankers, one light tanker, and two other vehicles.
It was first reported on December 3, with a smoke alert issued about 5.45pm on December 5.
There may be smoke and ash from this fire visible around Exeter, Blackwall and Lanena.
What to do:
People with medical conditions are advised to have a personal plan for avoiding smoke from the burn.
Advice is available from the Department of Health www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/publichealth/air/bushfire_smoke or https://www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/publichealth/alerts/air/precautions
People traveling in the area should exercise caution if driving in smoke. Turn on your headlights and drive slowly.
If you live in the area of the fire, stay informed in case conditions change by monitoring local radio stations and the Tasmania Fire Service Website - www.fire.tas.gov.au