Source: VIC Emergency

Watch and Act - Bushfire - Leave Now

Issued Today at 11:52 AM.

This Watch and Act message is being issued for Chetwynd, Kadnook, Powers Creek.

There is a bushfire at Casterton-Edenhope Rd that is not yet under control.
The bushfire is travelling in a south-easterly direction impacting private land towards Chetwynd.

Spot fires and embers are starting fires up to 500 meters ahead of the main fire.
A wind change is expected around 1pm, which will cause the fire to change directions towards Connewirricoo. Conditions can become very dangerous and unpredictable.
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:
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.
If you are away from home, do not return.

If the situation changes or you feel unsafe you should leave:
Take your pets, medications, mobile phone and charger.
Many people have died trying to leave at the last minute during fires.
Travel to the home of family or friends that are away from the warning area or a safe location.
Impacts in your area:
Bushfires can spread quickly and are extremely dangerous.
Check the VicTraffic website (traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/) or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.

The next update is expected by 16/12/2024 03:00 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 on 1800 555 677 and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.

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