Source: VIC Emergency

Watch and Act - Bushfire - Leave Now

Issued Today at 8:57 AM.

This Watch and Act message is being issued for Bellfield, Halls Gap, Lake Fyans, Pomonal.

This Watch and Act replaces the Emergency Warning issued at 10.42pm, Tuesday 13 February.
There is a bushfire at Grampians National Park, Bellfield that is not yet under control.
Firefighters have been able to slow the spread of fire for now, but the situation can change at any time. You must monitor conditions and be ready to act.
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 Ararat or Stawell.
Emergency Relief Centres are located at Alexander Oval Community Centre on Waratah Ave, Ararat and Grampians Community Health 8-22 Patrick Street, Stawell.

Impacts in your area:
Road Closures
Ararat-Halls Gap Road (C222) from Moyston-Dunkeld Road, Moyston to Grampians Road, Halls Gap
Black Range Road (C221) from Pickering Road, Stawell to Pomonal East Road, Pomonal.

For the most up to date information
Check the VicTraffic website (traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au/) or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
This message was issued by Forest Fire Management Victoria.

The next update is expected by 14/02/2024 06:00 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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