The bushfire that threatened the Howard Springs area is now contained and the fire threat is expected to abate throughout the evening and overnight. Fire and Rescue, Bushfires NT and Defence will be conducting joint patrols of the fire area overnight and resuming blacking-out in the morning. If people are concerned about staying in their homes or returning to their homes in the area, you should make alternative arrangements. It is the responsibility of residents in the area to make this decision based on their own fire plans and home protection. Further updates will be provided in due course.