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.
