Main South Road between Delamere and Cape Jervis remains closed to the general public, restricting non-essential travel to Kangaroo Island.

A roadblock is in place at Delamere, however Cape Jervis and Kangaroo Island residents, essential freight, emergency services and essential workers servicing the ferry operation are allowed to pass.

Tourists and non-residents leaving the island, departing from Penneshaw to Cape Jervis, are now allowed to travel but should not stop or remain in Cape Jervis.

The ferry service has been limited due to the road closure and SeaLink has temporarily suspended all Kangaroo Island tours departing Adelaide.

As conditions are continually changing SeaLink is advising prospective travellers to visit its website, SeaLink Kangaroo Island Facebook page, Traffic SA and the SA CFS website for more information before departing for the Ferry Terminal.

The Country Fire Service (CFS) warning advice has been downgraded to Watch and Act. It reports the fire has burnt more than 2,500 hectares with crews focusing on halting the blaze spreading along Main South Road. 

“Due to strong winds being experienced on the fireground and the steep terrain, this fire has taken a run towards Delamere and Jones Forest.”

“Crews have put in a great effort to hold up the fire allowing Main South Road to reopen for that local community including Kangaroo Island residents. However, this remains a dynamic situation and the road may close again at any time.

“At this time we understand that at least one structure has been lost, with the possibility of additional structures being impacted. Our crews will conduct assessments of any further losses when conditions allow. Deep Creek National Park is now completely closed, and Talisker Conservation Park remains fully closed.

“A CFS staging area is operating at the Yankalilla Showgrounds, and Yankalilla Oval is being used for aviation operations. The public is asked to stay clear of these areas.”

The Salvation Army has set up there to provide food and refreshments to fire crews. 

The CFS says that while support and donations from the public is appreciated, at this stage firefighters do not require additional food. 

Anyone who would like to donate could consider the CFS Foundation, which helps volunteers and their families in need.