Type Status Location Last Updated
Watch and Act - Fire - Leave Now Moderate Benloch, Lancefield Today at 3:00 PM
This Watch and Act message is being issued for Benloch, Lancefield.
  • There is a bushfire at Frosts Road, Benloch that is not yet under control. 
  • The bushfire is travelling from Frosts Road, Benloch in a southerly direction towards Burke and Wills Track. 
  • This warning replaces the Watch and Act issued at 1.25pm. 
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.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Bushfires can spread quickly and are extremely dangerous.
  • Bushfires can start spot fires and embers can travel large distances ahead of the main fire.
  • There is road closures at Burke and Wills Track and Frost Road, Benloch. 
This message was issued by Country Fire Authority.

The next update is expected by 24/04/2025 07:10 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 for assistance and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.