The ACT Fire Brigade has advised that the exclusion zone in Mitchell will remain in place for the weekend.
Assessments will be ongoing and information will be released as fire-fighting efforts continue. People need to exercise caution in areas directly surrounding the exclusion zone in Mitchell. Fire-fighting activities are continuing at the site and there is still smoke present.
The fire has been contained to the site and there is no danger to surrounding properties however fire-fighters will continue to monitor the situation and advise of changes.
Gungahlin Drive northbound between Barton Hwy and Kosciuszko Ave is now open.
[Courtesy ESA]