Type Status Location Last Updated
Advice - Fire - Stay Informed Minor Mount Richmond, Drumborg, Gorae West Today at 12:22 PM
This Advice message is being issued for Drumborg, Gorae West, Mount Richmond.
  • There is a bushfire at 10 kilometres north-northwest of Mount Richmond that is not yet under control.
  • The bushfire is travelling from South Kentbruck Track in a south-easterly direction.
  • This Advice replaces the Advice issued at 7pm 17/10/2025.
There is currently no threat to communities, but you should continue to stay informed and monitor conditions.
What you should do: 
  • Monitor weather conditions and warnings. 
  • If you have time, check your neighbours to see if they are monitoring conditions.
  • Review your fire survival plan and implement if required. 
  • If you do not have a plan, decide what you will do if the situation changes.
Impacts in your area: 
  • Aircraft may be visible in the area. A reminder to not use drones in the area as this will cease firefighting operations. 
  • Firefighters are on scene and working to contain the fire.
  • Smoke may be visible from nearby communities and roads. 
  • Check the VicTraffic website (www.traffic.transport.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 18/10/2025 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.