This Mt Nardi bush fire update is following the 10am community meeting at the Nimbin Bowling Club.

To watch the meeting in full please use this link https://www.facebook.com/NorthernRiversZone/videos/2326761784102608/?t=15.

RFS Media Liason Officer Aaron Howard started with some good news. He told the gathering "fire activity has eased off a little bit, we will see conditions reduce later today and into tomorrow". He went on to say that the containment work will continue over the weekend with these improved conditions.

Councillor Elly Bird told the Lismore App that while conditions have improved there is still a need for people to "stay aware, stay informed and stay safe". "Many people are on the edges of the fires, people need to be aware of the risks" she said. "Find family or friends and stay with, it is the safer option", she went on to say.

One spect to come out of the meeting was about 'Spontaneous Volunteers'. While people have the best intentions, anyone who is thinking of helping create containment lines must go through the official channels and register their support. Please do not just turn up at a fire affected area.

The other warning was to anyone who was looking to observe the bush fire and what damage it has caused the Nightcap National Park. You are advised to to keep well clear of the fire affected areas so the NSW RFS, SES and Police can do their jobs. This comment posted on the Lismore City Council facebook page earlier today "Some people are choosing to ignore roadblocks in order take photos. Roadblocks are there for a very good reason. Not only are you risking your life, but you are placing the lives of Police and RFS at risk when they have to go and rescue you".

They went on to mention about illegal backburning, "Police are receiving reports that people are doing illegal backburning near bushfires. If this is you STOP NOW."

The focus in the coming days is on protecting homes and to make sure there is no risk to lives and livelihoods.

As for the long term forecast of the Mt Nardi bush fire, without significant rainfall it will burn well in the coming weeks and maybe even months.

You can stay up to date by using our Bush Fire button on the Lismore App (Bush Fires)