Source: VIC Emergency
Issued Today at 7:33 AM.
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Boroka Track, west
of Halls Gap.
There is a bushfire at Boroka Track, Halls Gap that is not yet
under control.
The bushfire is travelling southerly direction towards the
Wonderland area.
This message is for people who may be walking along the Boroka
Track or Grampians Peaks Trail.
People in the Halls Gap township can remain.
Don't wait, leaving now is the safest option - conditions may
change and get worse very quickly. Emergency services may not be
able to help you if you decide to stay.
What you should do:
Leave the walking track area and return to Halls Gap or the home
of family or friends that are away from the warning area.
Monitor changes to the situation. Increased wind speed, change in
wind direction, smoke or poor visibility can indicate the situation
is changing.
Protect yourself and your family.
Impacts in your area:
Bushfires can spread quickly and are extremely dangerous.
This message was issued by Forest Fire Management Victoria.
The next update is expected by 20/01/2025 12:40 pm or as the
situation changes.
Use multiple sources to stay informed:
www.emergency.vic.gov.au
VicEmergency Hotline - freecall 1800 226 226
VicEmergency app
Facebook or Twitter (#vicfires)
Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community
radio stations, or Sky News TV.
Accessibility:
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access
information during an emergency.
To access this information in other languages call the Translating
and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call
VicEmergency Hotline.
If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication
impairment contact National Relay Service for assistance and ask
them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.
CFA Current
Bushfires
19/Jan/2025 09:46 PM