'Too late to leave': Out-of-control bushfire rages on NSW south coast

A fire burning north of Batemans Bay has grown from 7000 hectares to 11,560 hectares, after being whipped up by westerly winds overnight.

Aerial shot of the Currowan fire, north of Batemans Bay. Source: RFS BSW

 

An out-of-control bushfire burning in the NSW south coast Shoalhaven region has almost doubled in size after being whipped up by strong westerly winds, prompting an emergency warning.

The fire at Currowan north of Batemans Bay has burnt through more than 11,560 hectares and is quickly spreading east.

The Princes Highway has been closed between Termeil and the Kings Highway turn off, cutting access to coastal communities in the area.

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