00:00A powerful drop from above.
00:04A timely warning as the fire danger season stretches on
00:08in the Mount Lofty Ranges. Just in the last week we've seen rural incidents
00:12threaten property and homes in the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Lower South East.
00:16The hot and dry conditions have prompted an extension by two weeks to May
00:20the 14th, while most other districts will cease at the end of the month.
00:24Authorities also warning fire restrictions remain in place across much of the state
00:28with limits on the use of barbecues and campfires.
00:32We're asking everyone to remain vigilant, to have a bushfire survival plan
00:36and to be extra careful if they're undertaking any risky activities
00:40or travelling in areas that they might be otherwise unfamiliar with.
00:43Aircraft have played a major role in fighting fires this season
00:46with close to 3,000 airdrops recorded.
00:49There have been more fire drops than ever before. We've doubled our number of fire drops
00:53which is an incredible demonstration of what this fire season has been.
00:57But it's not just fire impacting Easter plans. An algal bloom continues to cause concern
01:02in the Southern Fleurieu Peninsula, Kangaroo Island and the Lower York Peninsula.
01:06While beaches are open, authorities are urging people to check the water conditions before diving in.
01:11Just check for any discoloured water or foam that might be present on the surface of the water
01:16and perhaps don't have a swim if that's the case.
01:18A little caution now in the hope of preventing a lot of trouble later.
01:22We'll see you later.
01:23We'll see you later.
01:24We'll see you later.
01:29Find out.
01:30And check in now.
01:37Yeah.
01:38See you later.
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