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Published: 09 Jan 2020

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At the Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT), our hearts go out to all the communities that have been affected by the unprecedented bushfires and suffered the loss of loved ones, homes, businesses and property. We are proud and grateful for the bravery and commitment of firefighters, community volunteers and agency personnel who are dealing with the dangerous and stressful situation under extreme weather conditions and for a prolonged period.

It is uncertain when the ACT's exposure to smoke from the bushfires in the South Coast and NSW will clear. The hot weather and heavy smoke is anticipated to continue further into January 2020.

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ɬÀï·¬Reid, ɬÀï·¬Bruce and ɬÀï·¬Fyshwick resumed normal opening hours on Monday 6 January 2020.

ɬÀï·¬Tuggeranong and ɬÀï·¬Gungahlin will reopen on Monday 13 January 2020.

CIT's website and social media channels, and , will provide updates on any changes to our opening hours and operations.

State of Alert for the ACT - Be prepared and informed

At this time, the State of Alert declared for the ACT on 2 January 2020 remains active. The (ESA) is monitoring the bushfire situation in the ACT and NSW.

The ESA encourages the community to be prepared and remain informed with updates regarding the bushfire situation provided on its . The ESA can also be followed on and Twitter.

Wellbeing - Take care during smoky conditions

The smoke from the fires in the surrounding regions is impacting the air quality in the ACT. Please follow the advice of during this period of smoke and extreme weather conditions. Also, please see the ACT Health's page.

Donate - Help those in need

The loss of lives, wildlife and infrastructure has been devastating impacting individuals and families across the country. Below please see a list of some of the appeals in place to help those in need at this very difficult time.

  • - Supporting people in evacuation centres and recovery hubs across Australia.
  • - Delivering services and support at multiple evacuation centres.
  • - Providing food, clothing, groceries, essential items, etc. to affected communities.
  • - The online donation page provides an option to donate to local fire brigades across the country.
  • The Animal Rescue Collective - Supporting displaced and injured wildlife.
  • - Accepting donations of goods and services for communities in need.

Stay safe and informed.