Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Fire - Stay Informed Minor Karbethong, Lake View, Mallacoota, Genoa Yesterday at 4:06 PM
This Advice message is being issued for Genoa, Karbethong, Lake View, Mallacoota.
  • The bushfire at Mallacoota - Lake Barracoota is not yet under control.
  • Heavy machinery is working on providing safe access for field crews to the fire. 
  • From this afternoon and over coming days, FFMVic rapeller and ground crews  will be working on hotspots which continue to burn along the north-eastern through to north-western edge of the bushfire. 
  • Very little active fire has been found in the southern areas of the fire.
  • Mulching to increase fire breaks continues along existing tracks north of the fire edge.
There is no threat to communities, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions, which may change.
What you should do: 
  • Monitor weather conditions and warnings. 
  • Review your fire survival plan. 
  • If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Smoke may still be visible from nearby communities and roads. 
This message was issued by Forest Fire Management Victoria.

The next update is expected by 21/01/2026 04:00 pm or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed: 
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.