Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Threat is Reduced - Monitor Conditions Moderate Big Cord, Mirranatwa, Strachans, Victoria Point, Victoria Valley Today at 3:52 PM
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Big Cord, Mirranatwa, Strachans, Victoria Point, Victoria Valley. 
  • The a bushfire that started at Grampians National Park - Victoria Range (Bullawin) is not yet under control. 
  • The spread of the bushfire has slowed for now, but the situation can change at any time. You must monitor conditions and be ready to act.
  • Fire crews continue to work on building containment line and supressing fire activity.
  • Smoke will be visible in the area and active firefighting operations will be occurring.
The threat is reduced, but the situation can change at any time. You must monitor conditions and be ready to act.
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. 
  • Enact your fire survival plan. 
  • If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes. 
  • If you have time, check your neighbours to see if they are monitoring conditions. 
  • Protect yourself and your family. 
Leave if the situation changes or you feel unsafe. Remember to: 
  • Take your pets, medications, mobile phone and charger. 
  • Many people have died trying to leave at the last minute during fires. 
Impacts in your area: 
  • The Henty Highway is closed between Horsham & Cavendish. 
  • Check the VicTraffic website (www.traffic.transport.vic.gov.au) or call 13 11 70 for road closures.
  • Community Newsletter - For further information please access the Community Newsletter here. 
Grampians National Park
  • The Southern Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park is closed due to the current weather conditions, which are causing unpredictable fire activity.
  • This includes Mt Abrupt, Mt Sturgeon and Piccaninny walking tracks.
  • The Grampians Tourist Road from Dunkeld to Halls Gap is currently open.
Smoke:
This message was issued by Forest Fire Management Victoria.   

The next update is expected by 04/02/2025 10:00 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. For 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.