The red areas of the map show the potential spread for the fire while the dotted areas are locations that may experience burning embers.
ACT Emergency Services Commissioner Georgeina Whelan said hot and windy conditions plus a potential thunderstorm are expected over the weekend.
The fire is nine kilometres from the capital's southern outskirts and three kilometres from the small village of Tharwa.
As of 10pm Thursday, it was 16,571 ha and remained at advice level.
"Fire is spotting ahead of the north eastern edge of the main fire front. Flames may be visible from southern Canberra suburbs. Firefighters are monitoring this activity. There is currently no threat to homes," it said.
"Community members in Tharwa Village, Boboyan Road, Apollo Road, Top Naas Road and Nass Road need to remain vigilant.
"People in Banks, Gordon, Conder, Calwell and Theodore should continue to monitor conditions and stay up to date....<<<Read The Full Article Here>>>...